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Biotechnology
We deliver innovative solutions for the biotechnology industry
Salas O’Brien provides multidisciplinary engineering and technical services that support cutting-edge biotechnology applications—from lab-scale research to full-scale biologics manufacturing. Our expertise spans consultancy, facility and process design, automation integration, project management, commissioning, and validation.
Our capabilities empower clients in biopharma, agricultural innovation, environmental management, and food sciences. We support cGMP-compliant design for cleanrooms, biocontainment labs, fermentation suites, cell culture spaces, and analytical testing environments. Whether helping develop therapies through DNA cloning or enabling sustainable production with precision bioprocessing, our solutions help harness biology to improve lives.
Biotechnology Projects
What we offer
Salas O’Brien provides a wide variety of engineering and technical services to meet the demands of this high-performance sector.
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing & fire protection (MEP/FP)
Salas O’Brien provides fully integrated building systems that support safe, reliable biologics operations. We work to provide efficiency and sustainability while prioritizing the performance and compliance essential to advanced manufacturing.
Civil engineering
Salas O’Brien provides site development and infrastructure solutions that support the unique demands of biologics facilities.
CQV (commissioning, qualification & validation)
Salas O’Brien provides CQV services that verify systems and processes are installed correctly, function as intended, and meet regulatory standards for biologics manufacturing.
Digital, automation & robotics
Salas O’Brien provides automation and robotics integration that streamlines production, enables real-time process intelligence, and facilitates aseptic environments.
Industrial construction management
Salas O’Brien provides construction management services that keep biologics projects aligned with client goals.
Piping & instrumentation design
Salas O’Brien provides piping and instrumentation layouts that enable efficient, high-purity biologics processing.
Process engineering & design
Salas O’Brien provides scalable process designs covering fermentation, cell culture, purification, and aseptic operations.
Site utilities
Salas O’Brien provides robust utility systems that ensure reliable performance for biologics manufacturing.
Structural engineering
Salas O’Brien provides structural designs that accommodate complex equipment, maintain safety, and control vibration.
Sustainability
Salas O’Brien provides sustainable solutions that lower energy and water use while supporting compliance.
Architecture & Interior Design
Salas O’Brien provides facility layouts that optimize cleanroom flow, flexibility, and compliance for biologics environments.
