Project Engineer I

Catalent•Greenville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Project Engineer I Position Summary · 100% on-site Catalent is a global, high-growth, public company, and a leading partner for the pharmaceutical industry in the development and manufacturing of new treatments for patients worldwide. Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility specializes in end-to-end turn-key solutions for oral solid dosage forms, including integrated formulation development, analytical services, commercial manufacturing, and packaging. This state-of-the-art facility has had over $100M of investments in recent years and features fit-for-scale capacity with potent handling capabilities, ideal for orphan or targeted drug development. Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee. Catalent’s Greenville, N.C. facility specializes in end-to-end turn-key solutions for oral solid dosage forms, including integrated formulation development, analytical services, commercial manufacturing, and packaging. This state-of-the-art facility has had over $100M of investments in recent years and features fit-for-scale capacity with potent handling capabilities, ideal for orphan or targeted drug development. The Project Engineer I ensures projects are delivered in alignment with established site methodologies, policies, industry best practices, and current GMP standards. The role requires leveraging expertise in GMP and manufacturing processes to minimize disruptions to operational schedules. Additionally, the position provides construction management oversight to guarantee projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all applicable codes and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Associate degree in Engineering with at least 1 year of related experience
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project), design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) preferred
Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint is required
Understanding safety and compliance standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, FDA, and EU regulations) and handling hazardous materials is beneficial
Demonstrated ability in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and cost estimation preferred

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Professional Engineer license or Six Sigma Black-Belt training preferred
Experience in Capital Project Management, Facilities/Maintenance and/or Automation within the manufacturing or process-driven industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, chemical, semiconductor, food) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of all technical and engineering aspects of minor capital projects supporting production and facility needs
Own full accountability for delivering capital projects on scope, within budget, and on schedule
Ensure each project has a well-defined scope and is planned, executed, and documented to deliver best-in-class service results, aligning all internal and external stakeholders on details and objectives
Manage and oversee capital projects from concept and design through implementation, commissioning, and qualification
Establish project teams, develop project strategies, create master schedules, and manage financial resources effectively
Identify potential risks to scope, budget, and schedule, and implement mitigation strategies, as needed
Verify accuracy of design documentation and as act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for continuous improvement in accuracy and organization of plant record drawings
Prepare key project documentation, including User Requirement Specifications (URS), Risk Assessments, and Safety Assessments
Develop and foster strong relationships with design, construction, construction management, and qualification service providers