Principal Project Engineer

Merck•Jaffrey, NH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Principal Project Engineer in the Engineering & Technology Team, you are a critical business partner to ensure the company meets its ambitious investment objectives in the Life Science business unit. You will support the preparation and execution of large, strategic investment projects as a technical expert for process engineering. The projects are large (multi-million dollars) and/or of a complex nature. You will support the sites and business stakeholders in developing the technical project scope and ensure seamless implementation of the most efficient, viable technical solution in alignment with internal standards and any binding requirements. At the same time, you might have the opportunity to manage smaller projects from ideation to implementation. You will also contribute to the execution of the LS strategy and strive for technological advancement by fulfilling internal customer requirements with state-of-the-art and sustainable solutions, leveraging the internal technology network across the whole organization. You will be supporting the North American region. The position is located in Jaffrey, NH USA.

Requirements

BS or MS in Process Engineering (considering BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering preferred)
> 8 years of professional experience in medical, biotechnology, or Bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
Experience leading large complex projects
Fluent in English with excellent communication skills and have a profound knowledge of quality regulations.
Ability to analyze situations and systems to develop or identify optimized solutions in line with project scope, time, and cost.
History of successfully implemented equipment or systems along the whole value chain from design, build installation and start-up.
Must be a strong communicator, self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects.
Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive behavior
Must have significant skills and experience in project management and ideally a history of successfully executed smaller technical investment projects (5M$-10M$) as a project lead (production machine equipment preferred).
Ability to work effectively and have demonstrated documentation skills.
Inclusive and can identify required resources, internal or external experts and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification preferred, not required.
Prior experience in medical, biotechnology or similar field preferred.
Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and GMP.

Responsibilities

Support the preparation and execution of large, strategic investment projects as a technical expert for process engineering.
Support sites and business stakeholders in developing the technical project scope.
Ensure seamless implementation of the most efficient, viable technical solution in alignment with internal standards and any binding requirements.
Manage smaller projects from ideation to implementation.
Contribute to the execution of the LS strategy and strive for technological advancement by fulfilling internal customer requirements with state-of-the-art and sustainable solutions, leveraging the internal technology network across the whole organization.
Support the North American region.