Project Engineer – Dirty Utilities

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer Dirty Utilities to support a large-scale pharmaceutical capital expansion project. The role will oversee installation, documentation, system walkdowns, and turnover of plant utility systems for successful handoff to Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q).

Title : Project Engineer Dirty Utilities

Location: RTP, NC
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 6+ Months
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotech

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer Dirty Utilities to support a large-scale pharmaceutical capital expansion project. The role will oversee installation, documentation, system walkdowns, and turnover of plant utility systems for successful handoff to Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and readiness of dirty/plant utility systems.

• Conduct system walkdowns and identify installation or documentation gaps.

• Review URSs and verify systems align with project requirements.

• Support system documentation, turnover packages, and handoff to C&Q.

• Coordinate with the General Contractor, C&Q Lead, System Owners, and project stakeholders.

• Track issues, deficiencies, and readiness activities through project completion.

• Support successful commissioning and qualification of utility systems.

Utility Systems

• Chilled Water

• Heating Hot Water

• Heat Recovery

• Cooling Tower / Waste Systems

• Plant Steam

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in Pharmaceutical or Biotech environments.

• Strong experience supporting capital projects and facility expansions.

• Hands-on experience with installation, documentation, walkdowns, and turnover of dirty/plant utility systems.

• Experience working with C&Q teams and preparing systems for commissioning and qualification.

• Strong coordination and communication skills across contractors, engineering, C&Q, and system owners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale pharmaceutical greenfield or expansion projects.

• Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical facility utilities.

• Experience with project turnover and commissioning documentation.

Salary

The salary/rate for this position will be $40-$65/hr on W2 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

This is a contract position and does not include employer-provided benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Background Check

Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.