Project Engineer / Project Manager
Location: Clayton, NC
Type: Permanent
Onsite: 100% with some flexibility
Travel: 10-20%
Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000, benefits, 8-12% performance-based bonus
Role Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer / Project Manager to oversee projects in a leading biological therapeutic product manufacturing environment. Based in Clayton, NC, this role involves managing projects related to blood plasma processing equipment, utilities, HVAC systems, electrical systems, automation systems, and facility renovations. The position requires flexibility in working hours, including occasional weekends to meet project deadlines. Some travel is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage projects or portions of large projects related to plasma product manufacturing, including equipment, utilities, HVAC, electrical, automation systems, and facility renovations.
- Develop and define project scope in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
- Integrate IT, environmental, safety, and process control methodologies into project scope.
- Oversee projects from conception to completion, including budgeting, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, and status updates.
- Develop and evaluate bid packages and manage contracts as needed.
- Collaborate with architectural and engineering firms, contractors, suppliers, and local authorities.
- Read, verify, and modify field drawings such as CSA plans, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and piping plans.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and manage the handover of areas/systems post-completion.
- Supervise field contractors to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and adherence to environmental policies and construction schedules.
- Track construction progress, anticipate and resolve issues to avoid rework, and manage the start-up of equipment and systems.
- Provide input for future projects regarding budget, schedule, and practicality.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.
Experience:
- Staff Engineer Level: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries preferred.
- Senior Engineer Level: Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries preferred.
- Principal Engineer Level: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries preferred.
Skills:
- Strong project management experience, particularly in manufacturing, validation, quality, and budget forecasting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and scheduling software (e.g., MS Project).
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit is a plus.
- Effective communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and possess strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Experience with reading and modifying field drawings such as CSA plans, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and piping plans.
Preferred:
- Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or regulated industries.
- Interaction with municipalities or local jurisdictions.
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical utilities and manufacturing processes.
