Project Engineer

About the role

We are an engineering consultancy supporting capital projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical‑device manufacturers. The Project Engineer will lead equipment installation, upgrades and capital projects within a regulated manufacturing environment, working closely with cross‑functional teams from concept to completion.

Key responsibilities

• Manage equipment installation, upgrade and modification projects from initiation through to completion.
• Coordinate activities to ensure delivery on time, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Work with engineering, production, maintenance, quality and external vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop project plans, schedules and budgets, monitor progress and mitigate risks.
• Oversee equipment procurement, installation, commissioning and qualification.
• Ensure compliance with site safety, engineering procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manage contractors and external suppliers during execution.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports and progress updates for stakeholders.
• Identify continuous‑improvement opportunities and support engineering best practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3‑5 years of experience in project engineering or project management.
• Proven track record delivering equipment installation, upgrade or capital engineering projects.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma, medical‑device, biotech) is desirable.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet challenging timelines.

Required skills

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Project Management
• Equipment installation
• Procurement
• Commissioning