Principal Project Engineer

Millipore Corporation; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma seeks a Principal Project Engineer to drive large, multi-million dollar investment projects within the Life Science business unit. You will serve as a technical expert for process engineering, shaping project scope and delivering efficient, compliant solutions across sites and stakeholders.

Opportunity to manage smaller initiatives as well. Based in Jaffrey, NH, you will support the North American region, leverage GMP knowledge, and collaborate with internal teams to advance

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Process Engineering (BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering acceptable).
• 8+ years in medical/biotech/pharma manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience leading large complex projects.
• PMP certification preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, multi-million dollar investment projects and/or manage smaller ones.
• Collaborate with sites and stakeholders to define technical scope and ensure compliant, efficient solutions.
• Support North American region and align with internal standards.

Skills

Process engineering

Project management

Large projects

Mechanical engineering

Quality regulations

Education

BS in Process Engineering

MS in Process Engineering

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

As a Principal Project Engineer in the Engineering & Technology Team you are a critical business partner to ensure we will meet our ambitious investment objectives in our Life Science business unit. You will support the preparation and execution of large, strategic investment projects as a technical expert for process engineering. The projects are large (multi-million dollars) and/or of a complex nature. You will support the sites and business stakeholders in developing the technical project scope and ensure seamless implementation of the most efficient, viable technical solution in alignment with internal standards and any binding requirements. At the same time, you might have the opportunity to manage smaller projects from ideation to implementation. You will also contribute to the execution of the LS strategy and strive for technological advancement by fulfilling internal customer requirements with state-of-the‑art and sustainable solutions, leveraging the internal technology network across the whole organization. You will be supporting the North American region. The position is located in Jaffrey, NH USA.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Process Engineering (considering BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• You have > 8 years of professional experience in medical, biotechnology, or Bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Experienece leading large complex projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification preferred, not required.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills and have a profound knowledge of quality regulations.
• Ability to analyze situations and systems to develop or identify optimized solutions in line with project scope, time, and cost.
• History of successfully implemented equipment or systems along the whole value chain from design, build installation and start‑up.
• Prior experience in medical, biotechnology or similar field preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and GMP.
• Must be a strong communicator, self‑starter and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects.
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior.
• Must have significant skills and experience in project management and ideally a history of successfully executed smaller technical investment projects (5M$-10M$) as a project lead (production machine equipment preferred).
• Ability to work effectively and have demonstrated documentation skills.
• Inclusive and can identify required resources, internal or external experts and stakeholders.
• Domestic travel up to 30%

Pay Range for this position:

$112,400-168,600

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses.

• Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

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What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!