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The position contributes to equipment installations, facility modifications, process improvements, and operational excellence initiatives that support manufacturing growth and reliability.\nWhat you will do\nExecute capital projects and engineering initiatives from planning through commissioning and turnover while supporting project objectives related to scope, schedule, budget, and quality.\nDevelop project documentation including scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, risk assessments, engineering specifications, and procurement packages.\nCoordinate engineering, operations, validation, maintenance, EHS, quality, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project execution.\nManage facility modifications, capacity expansion projects, equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades supporting manufacturing growth.\nPrepare and review engineering deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, layouts, equipment specifications, construction packages, and commissioning documentation.\nLead contractor selection, bid evaluations, procurement activities, vendor oversight, and construction management efforts.\nIdentify and implement process, equipment, automation, and operational improvements that increase safety, reliability, capacity, and efficiency.\nTrack project progress, maintain project documentation, and provide routine status updates to project stakeholders and management.\nSupport audits, inspections, change controls, deviations, and regulatory compliance activities related to engineering projects.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in engineering or related field\n4+ years engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or regulated manufacturing environments\n1+ year capital project management and project execution experience\ncGMP facility, utility, and manufacturing equipment projects\nFacility expansions, automation, or process optimization projects (preferred)\nCapital project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution\nProject management methodologies and lifecycle management\ncGMP, GDP, GEP, and quality system requirements\nPharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and utilities\nEngineering design standards, ASTM, ASME BPE, and applicable codes\nConstruction management and contractor oversight\nRisk management and project mitigation planning\nTechnical writing, specifications, reports, SOPs, and project documentation\nMicrosoft Office Suite and project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)\nAbility to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels\nAbility to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities\nCapital project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution\nProject management methodologies and lifecycle management\ncGMP, GDP, GEP, and quality system requirements\nPharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and utilities\nPMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification (preferred)\nBase Annual Salary Range:\nEngineer: $83,390 - $114,661\nSr. Engineer: $102,331 - $140,705\nPlacement of new hires in this wage range is based on several factors including education, skill sets, experience, and training.\nTotal Rewards\nWe offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.\nCorporate Social Responsibility\nBachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. 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