Sr HVAC and Controlled-Environment Engineer at Interstellar Lab

At Interstellar Lab, we design, manufacture, and operate controlled-environment biofarms that combine hardware, artificial intelligence, and bioscience to help plants, fungi, and microorganisms grow faster and more efficiently. Our technology supports molecular and bio-farming on Earth for leading companies in beauty, perfume, natural ingredients, food and beverage, and nutraceuticals, while also delivering bio-farming units for space agencies and private space companies to grow food and conduct research in microgravity. We are now looking for a Senior HVAC and Controlled-Environment Engineer to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis in France and take ownership of the climate-control systems that power our next-generation BioPods and bio-farming solutions.

Key outcomes

• Lead HVAC systems engineering from initial design through final assembly for all BioPods and bio-farming products.
• Translate product-level requirements into detailed HVAC component and system specifications.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate HVAC components while meeting spatial and performance constraints.
• Apply fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat-transfer principles to design tubing, piping, and ductwork systems.
• Define the physical layout of fluid systems in coordination with other engineering disciplines.
• Work with cross-functional teams to increase automation within climate-control systems.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for installed HVAC equipment.
• Manage suppliers and internal projects to deliver HVAC solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Maintain accurate project schedules and communicate milestone status to engineers, contractors, fabricators, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• At least seven years of professional experience designing and working with fluid systems, hydraulics, and HVAC systems.
• At least five years of experience in controlled-environment agriculture or indoor farming.
• Expertise in 3D modeling of fluid systems.
• Proven experience with CATIA/3DExperience or comparable CAD software.
• Expertise in running CFD analysis and simulating HVAC performance.
• Hands-on experience with SIMULIA or similar CFD software.
• Direct experience operating and troubleshooting complex fluid or mechanical systems in professional environments.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to move fluidly between detailed design work and hands-on assembly or testing activities.
• Experience designing HVAC systems for high-reliability applications.
• Practical experience with fluid-system assembly, operation, and testing.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, autonomous, and demanding environment.

How to apply

We invite qualified candidates to submit their application through our careers portal. We look forward to learning how your expertise can contribute to our mission of enabling life on Earth and beyond.