Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer ( must have pharma and utility experience )

Interviews: 2 Virtual Rounds


Location: On site 3x week Lebanon, IN then 5x in summer moving forward

Must Haves:


- Pharmaceutical Experience
-Overseeing utility equipment both plant and clean (water, WFI, hvac, chiller, cooler)
-Risk plan and mitigation with key stakeholders
-Project execution, cost, schedule, and scope
-PMP Cert



Job description
Project Leadership & Oversight
Lead utility equipment scope execution and act as primary technical representative.
Ensure EPCM and contractors adhere to approved scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
Challenge EPCM recommendations to protect Owner interests.
Commercial & Contracting Support
Review award recommendations, change orders, field changes, and commercial/schedule impacts.
Coordinate closely with vendors throughout design, fabrication, FAT, delivery, and site support.
Technical Coordination
Work with process, piping, E&I, automation, C&Q, and facilities to ensure proper system integration.
Participate in constructability, maintainability, and schedule reviews.
Track equipment schedules and proactively mitigate vendor risks.
Field & Installation Support
Maintain on-site presence as needed.
Ensure utility equipment is installed per design, specs, and GMP standards.
Partner with construction, QA/QC, and safety to resolve field issues and NCRs.
Support walkdowns, punch lists, installation readiness, and system turnover.
Commissioning & Qualification
Support C&Q/validation activities for utility systems.
Review and approve turnover documentation.
Work with Operations and Quality on system handover and readiness .
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering.
10+ years in pharma/biotech engineering or project management.
Strong knowledge of utility systems (WFI, clean steam, HVAC, process utilities).
Experience with GMP, validation, vendor management, and mechanical equipment projects.
Proficiency with project management tools; strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to operate in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Core Competencies
Strong ownership, detail orientation, and problem-solving.
Effective, constructive challenge to EPCM/contractors.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
High follow-through and discipline in multi-discipline environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in commissioning and qualification activities.
PMP or equivalent certification.
Experience on large greenfield or expansion projects.
Success Factors
Protects Owner interests while maintaining strong EPCM relationships.
Identifies and mitigates risks early.
Drives vendor and contractor accountability.
Ensures safe, compliant, on-time utility system delivery.