Senior Capital Projects Lead – Biopharma Engineering

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. Rahway, NJ, USA is seeking a Senior Specialist of Engineering to independently manage large capital projects across manufacturing, labs, and infrastructure. The role supports internal and external operations to ensure reliable supply and site compliance.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, develop execution plans, manage scope, budget, and schedule, and collaborate with FEL partners while traveling up to 50% to support the Americas portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience delivering capital or expense projects.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to present status and funding reports.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated project teams to deliver assets on time and within budget.
• Manage a portfolio of capital projects across facilities, labs, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with design leaders and external FEL partners.
• Prepare SHE plans and ensure safety standards.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and cost controls.
• Monitor schedules and provide status reports to management.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Change management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

FEL process knowledge

Equipment reviews

Scheduling tools

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. Rahway, NJ, USA is seeking a Senior Specialist of Engineering to independently manage large capital projects across manufacturing, labs, and infrastructure. The role supports internal and external operations to ensure reliable supply and site compliance.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, develop execution plans, manage scope, budget, and schedule, and collaborate with FEL partners while traveling up to 50% to support the Americas portfolio.