Strategic Process Engineer - Capital Projects Lead

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Transformation Senior Process Engineer to serve as the technical lead for process and equipment design on a Strategic Capital Project. You will drive design decisions, specifications, and risk management under the Project Engineering Lead and Project Director.

You will apply engineering and scientific knowledge with minimal supervision, ensuring quality and compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams and regulators in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 6+ years engineering/operational experience.
• Strong technical knowledge; ability to solve complex problems across disciplines.
• Works with multiple factors, demonstrates judgment within procedures.
• Excellent collaboration with internal and external teams.
• Healthcare/pharma/biologics background preferred; familiarity with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct high impact projects in Drug Product Manufacturing or Packaging.
• Develop execution strategy including procurement; manage cost, scope, and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with policies; mitigate design risk during projects.
• Prepare documentation for regulatory audits and involve regulators as needed.
• Oversee design work of internal and external consultants; supervise engineers/technicians.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Risk assessment

Cross-functional work

Interpersonal skills

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree desired

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Transformation Senior Process Engineer to serve as the technical lead for process and equipment design on a Strategic Capital Project. You will drive design decisions, specifications, and risk management under the Project Engineering Lead and Project Director.

You will apply engineering and scientific knowledge with minimal supervision, ensuring quality and compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams and regulators in a fast-paced environment.