Sr. Project Engineer

Forge Biologics • Columbus, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for the development and execution of CapEx projects at the site. This position will lead or support projects from feasibility/conceptualization through detailed engineering, construction and start-up. The role will be responsible for all applicable project documentation, adherence to budget and schedule all while maintaining the quality of the project. The Sr. Project Engineer will be responsible for engineering technical design decisions from project design through field installation and start-up.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in project engineering, facilities, or capital project development and execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry (GMP, FDA, etc.)
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with third-party contractors (including contruction and trade contractors).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project, AutoCAD, and engineering document management systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS, Building Management Systems (BMS), and utility monitoring platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in documentation management within a structured Quality Management System (ISO, FDA).
• Hands-on experience with the selection, specification, and procurement of mechanical equipment (e.g., chillers, AHUs, boilers, pumps, piping systems, clean utilities).

Responsibilities

• Supports mid-large scale CapEx projects from feasibility through start-up, ensuring alignment with site CapEx and Site Master Planning strategies.
• Serve as the engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) on complex projects, partnering with the Internal PMO on complex projects and preparing governance documentation for major initiatives.
• Develops and maintains Project Charters, Project Execution Plans (PEPs), Scope of Work (SOW) documents, User Requirement Documents and other critical project documents, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
• Establishes NDAs and negotiates appropriate engineering/design-build contracts in coordination with Finance and Contracts.
• Prepares and maintains engineering project schedules and cost estimates (Rough Order of magnitude (ROM).
• Leads project meetings to communicate status, timelines, and budget updates.
• Partners with design-build firms to define scope, budgets, and timelines; leads competitive Request For Proposal (RFP) processes and identifies engineering documentation turnover package (ETOP) requirements needs early.
• Provide field oversight of construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, permitting compliance, and timely resolution of project issues.
• Follows Project Change Order (PCO) and Engineering Change Notification (ECN) processes to manage scope, financial, and design changes.
• Conducts or supports Technical Design Reviews (TDRs) and risk assessments (dFMEA, PHA, PSSR).
• Drives project quality and change control activities to closure in compliance with site standards.
• Manages relationships with vendors; seeks new partners to support project execution and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Plant Engineering and Maintenance to support CMMS asset configuration, maintenance planning, and FAT/SAT processes to ensure operational readiness and successful project handoff.
• Ensures proper documentation is incorporated into the EDMS including all aspects of engineering design, risk assessments, construction documentation, correspondence, schedules and financial information.
• Leads or supports project closure and turnover documentation.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance start your first day – with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family.
• A competitive paid time off plan
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Annual bonus opportunities for all full-time team members.
• 401(k) with company match
• Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings.
• Onsite fitness facility at The Hearth.
• Mental health counseling and financial planning services through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• A fully stocked kitchen with free snacks and beverages
• Ongoing professional development resources, training, and mentorship programs

What This Job Offers

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