Our pharmaceutical client is seeking a Senior Project Engineer candidate who will be responsible for assisting the project manager and project team with project documentation and control, job cost accounting, scheduling efforts. In order to be successful, this candidate should feel comfortable taking on many tasks that require various skills, and appropriately prioritizing those tasks' completion.

Responsibilities

• Executes and manages capital projects from feasibility through commissioning, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Leads process design and optimization for critical systems, including reactors, condensers, distillation columns, utilities (steam, chilled water), and storage vessels
• Develops and reviews detailed Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), technical specifications, and engineering documentation
• Collaborates cross-functionally with operations, quality assurance, maintenance, and external vendors to achieve project milestones
• Conducts safety assessments such as Management of Change (MOCs), Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs), implementing risk mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, and other applicable standards
• Utilizes project management tools (e.g., MS Project) to effectively manage project scope, schedule, and budget
• Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and operational efficiency
• Diagnoses and resolves operational and equipment issues by analyzing system performance, identifying root causes, and implementing effective corrective actions
• Provides troubleshooting support for equipment such as reactors, condensers, and distillation columns, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
• Supports knowledge sharing and mentorship to foster a high-performing engineering team
• Strong leadership skills to manage projects and guide cross-functional teams toward shared objectives
• Advanced technical expertise in mechanical and chemical engineering, specifically in the context of API production and industrial chemical processes
• Exceptional analytical and diagnostic abilities to troubleshoot process issues and develop practical, efficient solutions
• Proficiency in developing and analyzing engineering documentation, including P&IDs and technical specifications
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and challenges to ensure impactful results are delivered on time and aligned with organizational goals
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of presenting complex ideas clearly and effectively
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and identify innovative solutions
• Solid understanding of regulatory and safety compliance requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
• Strong organizational and project management skills to juggle multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and ownership in driving projects to completion while maintaining high-quality standards

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering
• Minimum 7 years ‘experience with at 5 years working in a pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit) and project management software
• Baseline proficiency with SAP or other ERP systems preferred
• PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification desired