AbbVie · 22 hours ago
Principal Project Engineer, Capital Projects (Onsite)
Worcester, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$106K/yr - $202K/yr
8+ years expAbbVie is a company dedicated to discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions. They are seeking a Principal Project Engineer to manage and execute capital projects involving the construction and renovation of biopharmaceutical manufacturing spaces, R&D laboratories, and office spaces.
BiotechnologyFinancial ServicesHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Acting as Subject Matter Expert for the Project Engineering Group in the areas of renovation, new construction and the installation of facility related equipment
Providing overall management of capital projects through the entire project life-cycle including scope management, scheduling, budgeting and coordinating activities interdepartmentally and with contractors
Develops scopes, specifications, estimates and standards for facility related projects
Participate in conceptual and detailed design efforts by identifying scope, gathering user requirements, and providing comment on design packages
Oversee the overall implementation schedule for assigned capital projects and take necessary actions to ensure that all assigned capital projects are completed and fully turned over to internal customers within pre-established deadlines
Deliver periodic project status reports to all internal project stakeholders (internal customers, engineering and plant management, etc.) according to Abbvie site policies
Manage the procurement process and generate purchase requisitions for all project equipment and labor purchases according to relevant Abbvie policies and procedures
Oversee mechanical design of all vendor-fabricated equipment, including review and approval of all vendor submittals with internal stakeholders, and preparation/execution of factory and site acceptance testing (FAT / SAT) protocols
Review project submittals and RFIs to ensure project aligns with AbbVie corporate specifications and standards as well as industry best practice
Interact with city inspectors and outside contractors
Oversee all on-site contractors for assigned projects. This includes (but is not limited to) scheduling of contractors around production operations, generation of contractor safety permits, oversight of contractor safety while on site, and continuous review / approval of contractor equipment installation during construction
Participate in / conduct regular contractor safety evaluations to ensure all appropriate constructions safety requirements are being adhered to
Support startup of new equipment, including (but not limited to) the execution of commissioning activities, field troubleshooting of newly installed equipment, and field support to site validation staff
Qualification
Required
A Bachelors Degree in Engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence, with a desired 8+ years of significant engineering experience
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, possesses excellent planning and organizational skills
Candidates must be able to lift 25 lbs and negotiate pipe racks/ ladders
Good oral/written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively, possesses excellent planning and organizational skills
Teamwork, leadership and the ability to maintain constructive relationships with personnel from various disciplines at all levels in the organization are desired competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate integrity, reliability, dedication, adaptability, innovation and self-motivation
Preferred
A background in construction management utility, process, equipment of biopharmaceutical facility and R&D lab projects is strongly preferred
Has a good general background of interior and exterior commercial construction activities with some degree of understanding to all trades to support construction efforts
General knowledge of the building, architectural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and fire protection codes
Qualifications/training in construction management is a plus
PMP certification a significant advantage
Benefits
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Short-term incentive programs
Long-term incentive programs
Company
AbbVie
AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical company focused on immunology, oncology, neuroscience, virology, and aesthetics. It is a sub-organization of AbbVie.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$15B2024-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $15B
2023-03-08Post Ipo Equity· $0.25M
2012-12-20IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Michael
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
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