Senior Mechanical Engineer

ALTEN; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Portugal is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead piping design, isometrics, P&IDs, and 3D modeling for pharmaceutical projects. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution and timely delivery of engineering work.

The role requires 10+ years in mechanical engineering with a focus on piping, project management, and team leadership. Strong attention to detail and compliance with industry standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering focusing on piping design and project management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate complex projects.
• Strong attention to detail and risk-based approach to deliver compliant solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee piping systems, isometrics, P&IDs, and 3D models for mechanical scope.
• Coordinate engineering, design, and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage project planning, resources, and risk assessment for piping and related systems.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance with GMP, ASME, and ISO standards.
• Maintain master data and documentation for piping and mechanical designs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align deliverables with business goals and regulatory needs.

Skills

Piping design

Project management

Team coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

ALTEN Portugal, a leading force in the IT, Engineering, and Life Sciences industries, is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a role in the pharmaceutical industry. This candidate must have extensive experience in piping design, project management, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

ALTEN Group

Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 employees (88% engineers), carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defense & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.

Do you want to work in exciting projects at renowned clients? At ALTEN we believe that knowing and meeting the expectations of our consultants is a key factor in our success. Our consultants make the difference. Do you want to make the difference too?

This role as Senior Mechanical Engineer requires leadership and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the timely delivery of piping systems, technical drawings, and 3D models, while coordinating teams to meet project milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the design and development of piping systems, isometrics, P&IDs, and 3D models for mechanical and structural applications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (engineering, design, and construction) to ensure seamless project execution.
• Oversee project management tasks, including planning, resource allocation, and risk assessment for piping and mechanical systems.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance, accuracy, and adherence to industry standards (e.g., GMP, ASME, ISO).
• Maintain and archive master data, SOPs, and technical documentation for piping, mechanical, and structural designs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align project deliverables with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• > 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on piping design, project management, and team coordination in the pharmaceutical, industrial, or related sectors.
• Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex engineering projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• High standards of attention to detail, problem-solving, and a risk-based approach to ensure compliance and accuracy in project delivery.

Why Join Us?

• Possibility to work with cutting-edge technology in the Life Sciences industry
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Possibility to join a top-leading company in the industry
• Possibility to join different and interesting projects