Electrical Engineer – Pharma Construction Support

PM Group • Boston, MA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group’s quickly growing Boston area Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team at a client site in the Greater Boston area. Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) is an integral part of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. We have over 50 years’ industry experience, strong technical knowledge and integrated resources. Clients look to us to provide experienced technical professionals that complement their project teams. Together we are sharing knowledge, learning, growing and continuing to be an integral part of supporting PM Group’s ongoing expansion in the US.
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support a major pharmaceutical R&D lab construction project. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and technical integrity of all electrical systems installed on-site. This role involves weekly site presence, document reviews, coordination with contractors, and providing expert technical guidance during construction.
PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centered on our people, our clients and trade partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 7–10 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on construction or site-based roles.
• Proven experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotech construction projects, especially R&D lab builds or cleanroom facilities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and best practices (NEC, NFPA 70/72, IEEE, ISA).
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach within multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Experience with automation environments or GMP compliance is a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary electrical engineering representative at the construction site.
• Review and approve electrical design documents, shop drawings, and submittals for compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits to observe electrical installations, ensuring adherence to design intent, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with general contractors, design engineers, and client representatives to resolve technical issues during construction.
• Support system commissioning, testing, and qualification phases for electrical and automation systems.
• Ensure all electrical systems meet pharmaceutical and lab facility requirements including redundancy, clean power, and safety compliance (NFPA, NEC, IEC).
• Provide field engineering support for R&D lab build projects, including power distribution, lighting, controls, communication systems, and cleanroom utilities.
• Reports progress, risks, and observations on a weekly basis to the project management and engineering teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level