Biologics Project Engineer Co-op

AbbVie; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation support

Wellness benefits

Paid holidays & sick time

Job summary

AbbVie Worcester is seeking a six‑month Co‑op in Project Engineering to lead and manage capital projects involving biologics equipment, facilities and utilities. You will coordinate with internal teams and external contractors, advancing projects from scope through execution during the winter to summer term.

The role develops user requirements, P&ID diagrams, specifications for automation, and requires strong communication, planning, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in university pursuing a Bachelor’s in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Must be enrolled for at least one semester after co-op.
• Expected graduation between Dec 2027 – Jun 2028.
• Strong communication skills, planning and organizational abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrates integrity, reliability, adaptability, and self-motivation.
• Commit to a 6-month in-person co-op at AbbVie Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA (Jan–Jul).

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of capital projects through full life-cycle, including scope, scheduling, budgeting and interdepartmental coordination.
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, CAPEX requests and financial defense packages; manage resources and procurements.
• Create user requirements and P&ID diagrams for biologics equipment; define technical specs for automation.
• Identify internal and external resource needs for projects.
• Assist procurement with requisitions for equipment and labor per AbbVie policies.
• Prepare and deliver periodic project status reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Planning & organization

Microsoft Office

Integrity & reliability

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AbbVie Worcester is seeking a six‑month Co‑op in Project Engineering to lead and manage capital projects involving biologics equipment, facilities and utilities. You will coordinate with internal teams and external contractors, advancing projects from scope through execution during the winter to summer term.

The role develops user requirements, P&ID diagrams, specifications for automation, and requires strong communication, planning, and teamwork.