• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Project Engineer

    Actalent (Long Island City, NY)


    We’re looking for a Project Engineer with strong technical expertise and project leadership skills to drive capital projects within a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role that spans the full project lifecycle—from concept and design through implementation and validation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

    What You’ll DoProject Leadership

    + Lead capital projects >$1MM from concept to completion.

    + Own project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.

    + Drive cross-functional collaboration with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and consultants.

    Technical Execution

    + Develop and review engineering documentation: URS, DFMEA, P&IDs, equipment layouts, scopes of work.

    + Conduct design reviews to ensure alignment with process, safety, and regulatory standards.

    + Apply engineering principles across all phases:

    + Planning & Design: Scope, budget, milestones, RFPs, vendor selection.

    + Execution & Implementation: FAT, SAT, commissioning, CQV.

    + Monitoring & Closure: Change control, asset handover, After Action Reviews.

    Compliance & Documentation

    + Ensure all engineering activities meet cGMP, safety, and quality standards.

    + Maintain organized project documentation and support change control processes.

    Financial & Operational Oversight

    + Manage project costs, cash flow, and execution schedules.

    + Support purchasing, receiving, and invoicing related to assigned projects.

    + Monitor progress, communicate updates, and implement corrective actions as needed.

    What You BringRequired Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Biomedical, or Engineering Management).

    + 6+ years of hands-on experience in a cGMP or regulated manufacturing environment.

    + Proven success in equipment design, process engineering, and facility systems.

    + Strong leadership and ownership of project outcomes.

    + Excellent communication skills—able to convey technical concepts clearly.

    + Flexibility to adjust work schedule to support project execution.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with AutoCAD, MS Project, and capital budget management.

    + PMP or equivalent project management certification.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + This is a high-impact role where your engineering expertise will directly contribute to the success of critical manufacturing operations. You’ll work in a collaborative, quality-driven environment with opportunities to lead meaningful projects and grow professionally.

     

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    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $64.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Long Island City,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.