Sr. Project Engineer

Sequoia Biotech Consulting; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences consultancy is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer with 5-10 years of experience. The role involves startup and commissioning of building systems, managing engineering documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a team dedicated to enhancing human health and accelerating groundbreaking therapies.

Benefits

Flexible paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Flexible working hours

Fully remote work options

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of hands-on startup and commissioning experience.
• Experience with generating and managing engineering lifecycle documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup and commissioning of building and utility systems.
• Generate and manage engineering lifecycle documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project completion.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Documentation

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

BMS

PCS

CMMS

KNEAT

Job description

Syner-G BioPharma Group and Sequoia Biotech Consulting recently merged in September 2024, uniting two industry leaders to create a new force in life sciences consulting. By combining our expertise in product development, regulatory strategy, quality and compliance, and commercial manufacturing, we are positioned to deliver fully integrated solutions across the development continuum.

We are helping to enhance human health. This merger strengthens our ability to accelerate groundbreaking therapies and help clients navigate the complex life sciences landscape with greater agility and confidence. Together, we form a leading life sciences consultancy dedicated to empowering organizations to overcome complex challenges and accelerate the speed to market, scale, and quality of life-saving innovations.

We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations through the most critical phases of drug discovery, approval, product development, technology transfer, and commercial manufacturing. We also equip our partners with tools, knowledge, and expertise to streamline operations, enhance quality, and ensure compliance.

Syner-G BioPharma Group was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2025 award, for the second consecutive year, along with other award-winning programs, making a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions attest to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment, emphasizing culture, career growth, development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership, and innovation.

At Syner-G and Sequoia, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking a Sr. Project Engineer with 5-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have hands-on startup and commissioning experience with building and utility systems, as well as experience in generating and managing engineering lifecycle documentation.

WORK LOCATION:

Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

• Perform startup and commissioning of building and utility systems such as HVAC, chilled water, water systems, electrical (emergency and UPS), fire protection, pH neutralization, and waste systems.
• Generate and manage engineering lifecycle documentation, including impact assessments, URS/FRS, FAT/SAT documentation, ETOPs, P&IDs, and other technical documents.
• Conduct drawing walkdowns and verify field installation of equipment and utilities.
• Generate and execute commissioning protocols and reports.
• Utilize BMS, PCS, and CMMS systems, with experience in KNEAT being a plus.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project completion.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates and address issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field.

Technical Experience:

• 5-10 years of hands-on startup and commissioning experience with building and utility systems.
• Experience with generating and managing engineering lifecycle documentation.
• Experience with drawing walkdowns and verification of field installation.
• Experience with BMS, PCS, and CMMS systems.
• Experience with KNEAT is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of building and utility systems.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment.

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market-competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, ongoing recognition, and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions, with the ability to work “almost anywhere”. However, if a physical work location suits you better, we have offices in Greater Boston, San Diego, Boulder, and India.

COMPENSATION:

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a position at Sequoia. Currently, Sequoia is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

LEGAL STATEMENT: Syner-G BioPharma Group and Sequoia Biotech Consulting are proud to be equal opportunity employers. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We are an E-Verify employer.