Facilities/Construction Engineer

BioSpace; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a Facilities/Construction Engineer to support project planning, design, and construction at their Piscataway, NJ facilities. The role involves managing biopharmaceutical projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading project execution. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of biopharmaceutical project management experience.
• Experience managing construction projects from requirement gathering to validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, manage costs, oversee procurement and contract management.
• Organize factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Lead final inspections, documentation reviews, and project handovers.

Skills

Management

Reporting

Problem Solving

Engineering Principles

Project Management Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Primavera P6

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About GenScript: GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group founded in 2002, with a presence across North America, Europe, Greater China, and Asia Pacific. Its businesses include gene synthesis technology, life science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development, manufacturing, and cell therapy. GenScript aims to be the most reliable biotech company to improve health worldwide.

About ProBio: ProBio offers end-to-end CDMO services from drug discovery to commercialization, focusing on cell and gene therapy, vaccines, biologics, and antibodies, supporting clients through CMC, clinical, and commercial manufacturing.

Job Overview

GenScript seeks a detail-oriented, self-driven individual for the Engineering Equipment Department to support planning, design, construction, commissioning, validation, and process systems development at our Piscataway, NJ facilities. The position is initially for at least 2 years, with potential to transition to a facility manager post-project completion.

Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Execution: Develop project plans, manage costs, oversee procurement, and contract management.
2. Project Management: Handle technical, quality, safety, and timeline aspects; coordinate with contractors.
3. Commissioning and Validation: Organize factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and validation activities.
4. Project Completion: Lead final inspections, documentation reviews, and project handovers.
5. Reporting and Improvement: Report progress, analyze lessons learned, and suggest process improvements.

Qualifications and Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
2. At least 5 years of biopharmaceutical project management and facility operations experience.
3. Experience managing construction projects from requirement gathering through to validation and final settlement.

Skills

1. Strong management, reporting, and problem-solving skills; ability to work under pressure.
2. Technical expertise in engineering principles.
3. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera P6).
4. Knowledge of US building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• PTO and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and contact candidates only through verified sources.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals