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Project Engineer

  1. North America, United States
Barceloneta
  1. Contract
Competitive
  1. Life Sciences, CAPEX Projects
38028
Project Engineer - Puerto Rico - 12-month contract

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading global pharmaceutical client based in the surroundings of Barceloneta. Due to a large capital investment and multiple projects on site, the client is looking for a Project Engineer to join their team.

Responsbilities: 
  • Investigate and resolve Project Deviation Notices (PDNs) and technical discrepancies between design and field conditions
  • Lead or support resolution of change control processes (including scope changes, late design revisions, and unforeseen field conditions)
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, construction, CQV, operations, and quality teams to align on technical solutions
  • Ensure that design intent is maintained and documented changes are tracked accurately
  • Coordinate with EPCM partners, design-build firms, and subcontractors to clarify and execute field modifications
  • Conduct field walks to identify installation conflicts, evaluate proposed solutions, and verify completed work
  • Support construction readiness, turnover package preparation, and commissioning inputs from a technical perspective
  • Maintain logs, trackers, and dashboards of open PDNs and change items, ensuring timelines are met and communication is clear
Qualifications and Experience: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline)
  • Project engineering experience in a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or specialty chemical manufacturing preferred)
  • Strong understanding of cGMP, FDA compliance, and validation requirements
  • Experience supporting capital projects in design, construction, or CQV phases
  • Familiarity with engineering drawing packages (P&IDs, redlines, markups), technical documentation, and field verification
  • Demonstrated ability to work on fast-paced projects with evolving scope and multiple stakeholders
  • Proficient in issue tracking tools, Microsoft Project or Primavera, and document control systems
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to drive accountability and navigate conflicts constructively
  • Prior experience working with or coordinating EPCM/design-build contractors
  • Background in manufacturing equipment, utilities (WFI, HVAC, Clean Steam), or process systems
  • Knowledge of turnover systems and integration with commissioning teams
If this role is of interest, please apply now!

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