Biopharma Engineering Project Lead

Visium Resources, Inc.; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Visium Resources, Inc. seeks an Engineering Project Manager in Kankakee, IL, to lead a team of engineers through design, commissioning, qualification, startup and overall project management of biopharmaceutical facilities and equipment.

Candidates will oversee feasibility, design, procurement, and execution with strong leadership across multiple stakeholders. The role requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech engineering, cGMP experience, and a mechanical/chemical/electrical engineering degree, with

Qualifications

• 10+ years in engineering/project management in pharma/biotech.
• Experience with cGMP operations in pharma/biotech.
• Ability to lead multi-stakeholder projects; mentorship of junior staff.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance across design, project management, commissioning, and start-up.
• Lead or support projects from feasibility to handover.
• Manage procurement, controls, and schedule with vendors and stakeholders.
• Review P&IDs, specs, layouts, and datasheets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments (Process, Automation, EHS, QA).
• Travel to vendor sites and FATs as needed.
• Support client management and project reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Mentorship

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Visium Resources, Inc. seeks an Engineering Project Manager in Kankakee, IL, to lead a team of engineers through design, commissioning, qualification, startup and overall project management of biopharmaceutical facilities and equipment.

Candidates will oversee feasibility, design, procurement, and execution with strong leadership across multiple stakeholders. The role requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech engineering, cGMP experience, and a mechanical/chemical/electrical engineering degree, with