RAC, Refrigeration & Lyophilization - Biovet Private Limited - Malur, Karnataka. (5-8 Years EXP)

Job Title: Engineer / Senior Engineer – RAC, Refrigeration & Lyophilization

Company: Biovet Private Limited

Location: Malur, Karnataka

Department: Engineering / EMD (Engineering Maintenance Department)

Experience Required: 5 – 8 Years

Qualification

• B.E / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Additional certification in HVAC / Refrigeration systems preferred
• Job Purpose
• To manage, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot refrigeration systems, HVAC utilities, and lyophilization (freeze drying) equipment to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations while maintaining GMP compliance and engineering standards in vaccine/pharmaceutical production facilities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• RAC & Refrigeration System Management
• Operate and maintain industrial refrigeration systems including chillers, compressors, cooling towers, condensers, and associated utility equipment.
• Monitor refrigeration parameters such as temperature, pressure, cooling efficiency, and energy consumption.
• Carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of HVAC systems supporting production and clean room environments.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration system failures and implement corrective actions promptly.

Lyophilization Equipment Operations

• Handle operation and maintenance of lyophilizers (freeze dryers) used in sterile manufacturing processes.
• Monitor vacuum systems, condenser temperatures, shelf temperature controls, CIP/SIP systems, and automation sequences.
• Support qualification activities including IQ, OQ, PQ for lyophilization equipment.
• Ensure cycle optimization and process consistency for freeze drying operations.
• Coordinate with production teams during lyophilization batch execution.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Vaccine Manufacturing
• Biotechnology Industry
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Sterile Injectable Manufacturing
• Biopharmaceutical Industry