Team Member - Engineering (HVAC)

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

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HVAC System Operations

• Operate and monitor HVAC systems serving manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, and laboratory areas.
• Ensure maintenance of specified temperature, humidity, differential pressure, and air change rates in classified and non-classified areas.
• Monitor HVAC system performance through BMS, EMS, and local control systems.
• Perform routine inspection of HVAC equipment and utilities.
• Ensure uninterrupted environmental conditions required for manufacturing operations.

HVAC Maintenance Activities

• Carry out preventive, predictive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Maintain Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fresh Air Handling Units (FAHUs), Exhaust Systems, Chillers, Cooling Towers, and Ventilation Systems.
• Perform maintenance of motors, blowers, dampers, filters, valves, belts, and ducting systems.
• Attend HVAC breakdowns and restore systems within defined timelines.
• Support annual shutdown and maintenance activities.

Environmental Control Monitoring

• Monitor critical HVAC parameters including:
  • Temperature
  • Relative Humidity (RH)
  • Differential Pressure
  • Air Velocity
  • Air Changes Per Hour (ACPH)
• Ensure environmental conditions remain within approved operating limits.
• Escalate deviations and abnormalities immediately.
• Support environmental monitoring activities in controlled manufacturing areas.

Filter Management

• Perform replacement and maintenance of pre-filters, fine filters, and HEPA filters.
• Ensure proper installation and integrity of filters.
• Support HEPA integrity testing and certification activities.
• Maintain filter replacement records and schedules.
• Coordinate with validation teams during filter qualification activities.

Utility Equipment Support

• Maintain HVAC-associated utility systems.
• Support operation and maintenance of chillers, cooling towers, pumps, compressors, and ventilation systems.
• Maintain chilled water distribution systems and air distribution networks.
• Monitor utility consumption and equipment efficiency.
• Ensure availability of HVAC utilities to production and laboratory areas.

Qualification & Validation Support

• Support HVAC qualification activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
• Assist in airflow visualization (smoke studies), cleanroom qualification, and requalification activities.
• Participate in HEPA filter integrity testing and recovery studies.
• Support commissioning and qualification of new HVAC systems.
• Assist in execution of change controls related to HVAC systems.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain HVAC operation logbooks, maintenance records, and calibration records.
• Document preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and corrective actions.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Maintain equipment history records and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Data Integrity and cGMP requirements.

cGMP & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure HVAC systems comply with pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Support readiness for USFDA, MHRA, WHO-GMP, EU-GMP, and other regulatory inspections.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with engineering SOPs and qualification requirements.
• Support investigations related to environmental excursions and deviations.

Safety, Health & Environment (EHS)

• Follow engineering and utility safety procedures.
• Comply with Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout-Tagout (LOTO), and confined space requirements.
• Use prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and incidents.
• Participate in safety observations, risk assessments, and emergency response activities.

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Monitor availability of critical HVAC spares and consumables.
• Raise requests for filters, belts, motors, bearings, sensors, and spare parts.
• Ensure optimum inventory levels for uninterrupted operations.
• Support vendor coordination for material procurement and maintenance services.

Energy Management & Continuous Improvement

• Support energy conservation initiatives related to HVAC operations.
• Monitor utility consumption and identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Participate in TPM, Lean, Kaizen, and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Suggest improvements to enhance reliability, efficiency, and compliance.
• Assist in implementation of HVAC automation and digital monitoring systems.

Team Coordination

• Coordinate with Manufacturing, QA, QC, Engineering, Validation, and Projects teams.
• Support contractors and external vendors during maintenance and qualification activities.
• Communicate equipment status and maintenance updates during shift handovers.
• Support training and development of junior team members.

Educational Qualification:

• B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, or related discipline.
• Diploma in Engineering with relevant pharmaceutical utility experience may also be considered.

Experience

• 6-10 years of experience for Engineer level in pharmaceutical, biotech, vaccine, API, or regulated manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on experience in operation and maintenance of PW, WFI, Pure Steam, RO, EDI, and distribution systems preferred.

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.

The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

" Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/"