Project Engineer

About the role

The Project Engineer will provide technical leadership for MEP and process systems within pharmaceutical and high-precision environments. The role oversees design, installation, commissioning, and integration of electrical, ELV, HVAC, and process systems, ensuring technical excellence, project efficiency, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Design & Engineering Management

MEP & Process System Coordination & Design

• Provide expert technical leadership and design input for all MEP and process systems and utilities.
• Work across multiple trades; experience in any of the following is advantageous:

Process Systems: Bulk and specialty gas systems (N₂, O₂, Ar, H₂, corrosive/flammable gases), process cooling water, clean compressed air, deionized water, chemical distribution systems.
HVAC Systems: Dry side (AHUs, FFUs, ductwork, dampers) and water side (chilled/hot/condenser water, pumps, heat exchangers), especially for cleanroom environments with precise temperature and humidity control.
Electrical & ELV Systems: Power distribution, backup generators, UPS, lighting, and ELV systems (CCTV, security access, fire alarm, PA systems).
Control Systems: Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), PLC/SCADA process control systems.

• Review and analyze P&IDs, conceptual specifications, and layout drawings (CAD/BIM) to ensure design intent and operational logic are accurately captured.
• Ensure all designs are practical, constructible, cost-efficient, and performance optimized.

Technical Oversight & Integration

• Oversee full system lifecycle from shop drawings to final commissioning.
• Resolve complex multidisciplinary interface issues between mechanical, electrical, process, and control systems.
• Lead the preparation of construction, material, process, and testing & commissioning specifications.

Cross-functional Technical Liaison

• Act as the main technical bridge between vendors, consultants, QA/QC, validation, and operations teams.
• Communicate complex technical requirements clearly to stakeholders, tendering teams, and end-users.

Process & Efficiency Improvement

• Develop and implement systems, workflows, and tools to enhance project efficiency (e.g., standardized design libraries, commissioning checklists, digital tracking of technical deliverables).

2. Project Execution & Stakeholder Leadership

Primary Stakeholder Liaison

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment on project goals and technical requirements.

Progress & Communication Leadership

• Own technical aspects of project activities.
• Prepare and present accurate progress reports, highlight risks, and provide timely resolutions.

Contractor & Delivery Management

• Supervise subcontractor technical progress, review submissions, and ensure compliance with approved specifications.
• Manage material and work deliveries to meet project milestones, schedule, and quality standards.

3. Commercial & Safety Compliance

Tender & Proposal Development

• Lead the development of technical scopes of work and detailed subcontractor packages.
• Manage the end-to-end tender process, including technical clarifications and negotiation follow-ups.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all technical work adheres to relevant safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in MEP, process, and electrical project engineering, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, or high-tech industries.
• Strong experience with P&ID interpretation, CAD/BIM design, and system integration.
• Knowledge of cleanroom HVAC, process utilities, electrical, ELV, and control systems.
• Excellent coordination, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical teams and supervise subcontractors.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.