Senior Specialist, Global Engineering Solutions - Packaging Engineer Capital Project Lead

Merck; Wilson (NC); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Merck is seeking a Process Engineer within the GES Tech Center to deliver capital projects from business case through CQV complete. You will blend technical expertise with project leadership, vendor management, and stakeholder input to ensure safe, compliant execution across manufacturing and packaging environments.

In this role you will lead feasibility assessments, scope and schedule developments, procurement coordination, and CQV activities, partnering with Operations, Quality, and

Formación

• Minimum 5 years delivering capital and/or expense projects.
• Experience in integrated project teams, scheduling, budgeting, commissioning, and CQV.
• Experience leading CQV on a large capital project is preferred.
• Experience in project management, process/packaging tech, automation, or facility mgmt is an advantage.
• Familiarity with packaging equipment, vendors, and regulatory expectations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead capital projects independently or manage multiple projects.
• Guide cross-functional teams to deliver assets on time and budget.
• Develop project execution plans aligned with business goals.
• Support feasibility studies and equipment design inputs.
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders for procurement and CQV.

Conocimientos

Budget Estimating

Capital Projects

Contract Processing

GMP Compliance

Process Optimization

Project Leadership

Risk Management

Educación

B.S. in Packaging/Process/Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Automation

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

As Process Engineer within the GES Tech Center, your purpose is to deliver capital projects successfully from business case/FEL1 through C&Q Complete. You will combine technical expertise, project leadership, vendor management and stakeholder input to ensure safe, compliant, and effective execution across manufacturing, laboratory, infrastructure, and packaging environments.

Job Description

You will play a key role in feasibility assessments, business case support, project execution planning, procurement, cost control, construction oversight, commissioning, qualification, and handover readiness. You will work in a dynamic, international environment where collaboration across Operations, Quality, Technology, Maintenance, Safety, and external suppliers is essential to delivering reliable project outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities

Project leadership and execution:

• Lead large capital projects independently or manage a portfolio of smaller projects.
• Guide integrated project teams to deliver critical assets on time and within budget.
• Develop project execution plans and ensure project scope supports an effective business solution.
• Support feasibility studies and provide sound input for project and equipment design decisions.
• Alignment of vendor/equipment deliverables with the core mission of the project.
• Act as single point of ownership at a Tier 1 level to ensure all project sub-teams (DMO, PTO, CQV) are accountable to their cost and schedule deliverables.
• Ensure escalations to Tier 2 are made early and accurately to mitigate major project impact.
• Participate in GES Tier 3 process under the mentorship of the Wilson Tech Center Packaging Lead to highlight escalations and project needs.

Business cases, procurement, and financial control

• Support the development, review, submission, and approval of business cases.
• Contribute scope, schedule, budget, and capital justification inputs.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies suited to project needs.
• Manage cost budgeting, forecasting, and control with strong financial discipline.
• Champion use of least cost scope and TVD (Target Value Delivery) principles to deliver on or under project cost targets.

Schedule, Construction, And Change Management

• Collaborate with GES strategic scheduling team to stand up level 1 schedule using last planner principles in FEL stages.
• Develop and maintain project pull planning schedules and ensure effective schedule control during execution.
• Provide oversight during construction and execution.
• Implement change management and control (GES change management process) throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify risks early and lead mitigation actions to protect project delivery.

Stakeholder Communication And Collaboration

• Build strong working relationships with Operations, Quality, Technology (Packaging Tech Ops, Automation), Maintenance, QA and Safety.
• Ensure effective reporting and communication across stakeholders and project teams.
• Align internal and external parties to support timely decision-making and execution.

Commissioning, Qualification, And Close-out

• Manage or support commissioning, qualification, contract administration, and project close-out.
• Ensure CQV readiness and support a smooth, compliant handover to operations.
• Facilitate GMP design reviews, support validation master plans, and contribute to quality risk assessments.
• Help deliver fit-for-purpose systems that are ready for reliable operational use.

CQV Leadership And Technical Excellence

• Develop sound C&Q strategies rooted in single test approach and vendor leveraged testing.
• Lead end-to-end CQV activities across a project portfolio when required.
• Coordinate CQV professionals and support system boundaries, criticality assessments, and traceability.
• Support standard work initiatives and contribute to digital or paperless CQV execution.
• Maintain and grow technical knowledge of equipment, utilities, components, and data integrity requirements.
• Challenge vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure robust, compliant, and maintainable solutions.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging, Process, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and/or Automation.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience delivering capital and/or expense projects.
• Strong experience in integrated project teams, project scheduling, budget control, commissioning and qualification, change management, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Experience leading CQV on a significant large capital project is preferred.
• Some experience with project management, process and packaging technology, automation, or facility management is an advantage.
• Familiarity with packaging equipment, vendors and regulatory expectations.

Skills And Competencies

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities.
• Travel expectations: Vendor equipment facilities visits for design reviews, escalations and FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), collaboration with local AE partners

Required Skills

Budget Estimating, Capital Projects, Contract Processing, Deviation Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Process Optimization, Project Contracts, Project Delivery, Project Implementations, Project Leadership, Project Life Cycle Management, Project Management Leadership, Project Team Management, Risk Avoidance

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