Senior Project Engineer Date Posted:

3 October 2026

Closing Date:

November 2, 2026

Recruiter:

Abbott Laboratories Location:

Columbus, Ohio Salary:

USD125,000

to

USD165,000

Job Type & Industry:

Technology Risk Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

3002566219-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Abbott Laboratories seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead capital projects supporting biotech and pharmaceutical operations. You will own projects from feasibility and scope development through design, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring GMP compliance, safety, and schedule/budget performance. Partner with operations, quality, EHS, and external vendors to deliver robust process and utility systems, manage risk and change control, and produce high-quality technical documentation. This role offers broad visibility, global impact, and strong development within Abbott's inclusive, mission-driven culture. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end capital engineering projects from concept through startup and handover Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk management plans Ensure designs and installations comply with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements Coordinate internal stakeholders and external vendors/contractors to meet project goals Oversee construction, installation, commissioning, and validation activities Prepare and maintain technical documentation, URS, and change control records Monitor project performance, report status, and implement corrective actions Identify and drive process and facility improvements to support operations Support audits, inspections, and quality activities related to capital projects Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best-practice project methodologies Required Skills Capital project management Biotech/pharma facility design GMP compliance Process engineering Construction management Budgeting and cost control Risk management Vendor and contractor management Technical documentation Validation and commissioning