Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description

As a Project Engineer, you will be the driving force behind the design, execution, and commissioning of multi million dollar capital projects across our state of the art facility. Seated within the Making division of our world renowned products, you will be the Engineer conceptualizing the future of our manufacturing capabilities.

From blank page concept and vendor bidding to line installation, automation integration, and final qualification, you will partner with cross-functional plant leadership and external contractors to transform capital expenditure into operational excellence.

Skills

Project management, Validation protocols, Mechanical, Design, Project engineering, gmp

Top Skills Details

Project management,Validation protocols

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Direct capital projects from initial scope definition and technical feasibility studies through construction, startup, and operational handover.

Own the Capital Expenditure Budget (CEB) process administer contractor contracts, monitor expenditures, and maintain strict cost control to deliver projects on time and under budget.

Develop detailed project execution plans, sequence critical path milestones, and resolve operational bottlenecks on the factory floor.

Study product specifications and performance targets to design technical solutions, specify high-speed processing/packaging machinery, and execute layout studies.

Lead rigorous testing protocols to confirm equipment reliability, product performance, and full compliance with FDA/cGMP and quality standards.

Partner with Controls, Reliability, and Safety teams to integrate advanced utility systems, line automation, and digital manufacturing tools into plant workflows.

Manage RFP/RFQ bidding processes, evaluate technical vendor proposals, and supervise external contractors on-site to enforce strict performance and safety standards.

Champion Environmental, Occupational Health, and Safety (EOHS) rules across all project sites, keeping every build compliant with OSHA and internal zero-incident safety standards.

Track and report real-time project metrics, capital spending trends, and risk management plans to executive plant leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Morristown, TN.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Morristown, TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Morristown,TN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.