Life Sciences Project Engineer: OSHPD & Clean Rooms

CyberCoders; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid premiums

401k matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Paid vacation + sick time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering activities for laboratory, pharmaceutical plant and clean room projects. You will coordinate with architects, MEP teams and contractors to ensure design alignment with regulatory requirements (OSHPD/HCAI) and client expectations.

The role involves overseeing construction, commissioning and handover, maintaining schedules and budgets, and ensuring safety on site. Experience with clean rooms and GMP/GLP familiarity a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or related field
• 2+ years as a Project Engineer on life sciences, lab or pharma plant projects
• Experience with clean rooms, controlled environments and lab systems
• Hands-on knowledge of OSHPD/HCAI requirements
• Strong understanding of construction documents, MEP systems and equipment installation
• Proven ability to manage contractors and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent technical communication and documentation experience
• OSHPD familiarity certifications a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering activities for lab, pharma plant and clean room projects from design through construction and commissioning.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP teams and contractors to ensure design intent and regulatory compliance (OSHPD/HCAI).
• Oversee construction and installation of lab and clean-room systems, including HVAC, process utilities and containment systems.
• Perform site inspections, develop punch lists, track corrective actions and verify contractor work meets plans and quality standards.
• Lead or support commissioning, start-up and qualification activities; ensure handover documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain project schedules, cost tracking and progress reporting; identify risks and mitigation plans.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance, enforce OSHA 30 on site and promote safety culture.
• Prepare technical submittals, RFIs, change orders and as-built docs; coordinate with QA/validation teams as needed.
• Collaborate with procurement to evaluate vendors and coordinate delivery and installation logistics.
• Provide technical support during design reviews and client meetings; troubleshoot field issues.

Skills

OSHPD knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Engineering fundamentals

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

2+ years Project Engineer experience

Tools

Procore

Job description

CyberCoders is seeking a Project Engineer to lead engineering activities for laboratory, pharmaceutical plant and clean room projects. You will coordinate with architects, MEP teams and contractors to ensure design alignment with regulatory requirements (OSHPD/HCAI) and client expectations.

The role involves overseeing construction, commissioning and handover, maintaining schedules and budgets, and ensuring safety on site. Experience with clean rooms and GMP/GLP familiarity a plus.