Sr Engineer

ECHO Consulting Group•Manati, PR

About The Position

ECHO Consulting Group is seeking a Sr Engineer to independently lead and direct the engineering, design, and construction of laboratories within pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities. The role develops and optimizes processes and resolves operational challenges related to laboratory construction and fit-outs in cGMP-regulated environments. It applies advanced and diverse engineering principles to significant, complex laboratory facility projects and develops, organizes, and interprets technical data to ensure projects meet regulatory, quality, and operational standards. The position oversees pharmaceutical laboratory construction projects from concept through design, construction, commissioning, and handover. It develops engineering strategies, policies, and procedures, coordinates multidisciplinary teams and external firms, and manages project budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies. The role ensures that construction activities support a safe work environment and comply with cGMP, GLP, and other applicable regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Five years of engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience leading laboratory construction or renovation projects within pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities.
Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotechnology facility and laboratory design, construction, and engineering standards.
Strong understanding of GLP/GMP, validation, and compliance in laboratory construction projects.
Hands-on experience selecting, installing, and qualifying specialized laboratory equipment and systems.
Advanced problem-solving skills related to technical challenges in laboratory environments.
Experience coordinating multiple projects and priorities in a regulated environment.
Strong vendor, contractor, and stakeholder management abilities, including negotiation and conflict resolution.
Excellent technical communication and report-writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and foster collaborative project execution.

Responsibilities

Oversee the complete lifecycle of pharmaceutical laboratory construction projects, from concept through design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
Develop and implement engineering strategies focused on process optimization, compliance, and operational efficiency in laboratory environments.
Drive the development of engineering policies and procedures to ensure laboratory construction meets regulatory, industry, and corporate standards.
Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of engineers, associates, and technicians assigned to laboratory construction projects.
Collaborate with research, manufacturing, process development, quality assurance, validation, and facilities stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into project specifications.
Serve as a subject matter expert for laboratory engineering methodologies and promote best practices and innovation in design and construction.
Lead the development, review, and approval of detailed engineering documents, drawings, and technical reports related to laboratory construction.
Coordinate consultants, architects, and engineering firms to ensure laboratory requirements and specifications are integrated throughout project phases.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies for laboratory construction and fit-outs, ensuring delivery within scope, timelines, and financial plans.
Ensure construction activities support a safe work environment and comply with cGMP, GLP, and other regulatory standards.