E&I Project Engineer

Role Purpose:

• An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an E&I Project Engineer to join our client’s busy biopharmaceutical facility in Co. Waterford.
• The Project Engineer (Electrical) will support the execution of a portfolio of electrical and infrastructure projects within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of all project elements including schedule, cost, scope, safety and quality.
• This role requires a technically strong engineer who can operate both as a subject matter expert (SME) in electrical systems and as a project manager capable of leading design, construction, and commissioning phases.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

General

• Manage and be responsible for all elements of assigned projects – Schedule, Cost, Scope, Safety and Quality.
• Lead design management and ensure compliance with scope and user requirements.
• Attend project and design meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and timely action closure.
• Maintain project governance and report documentation including milestones
• Manage contractor performance to ensure compliance with quality, schedule, and safety expectations.
• Support tendering processes and coordinate with Document Control for timely submission to GEDMS.

Electrical SME Responsibilities

• Act as the Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned projects and provide support to other project engineers as required.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with Irish regulations and site standards.
• Support review and approval of design documents, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Collaborate with Facilities and Maintenance teams to align projects with site electrical infrastructure strategy.
• Apply electrical infrastructure strategy across all assigned projects and ensure adherence to best practices.

Schedule Management

• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules.
• Identify, record, and communicate delays via the PCC process.
• Lead schedule workshops and challenge contractors proactively to maintain milestones.

 Scope & Cost Management

• Develop and maintain project URS/URB documentation.
• Control scope & Cost changes and ensure any variations are captured through formal change processes.
• Align budget and schedule with scope requirements and prevent scope creep.
• Manage SIs (Site Instructions), cost reports, and forecast risks.

Safety

• Ensure all works are planned and executed safely under the Safe Systems of Work.
• Ensure RAMS are prepared and implemented before works commence.
• Support the Construction Manager in ensuring safe project execution.

 Quality

• Ensure full compliance with site GMP and Change Control processes.
• Maintain documentation control systems for submittals, RFIs, and specifications.
• Ensure documentation reviews are completed by all stakeholders and filed per A21/Deliverables List.
• Engage with key departments to ensure successful project outcomes.

 Resources

• Ensure adequate resourcing for all project activities.
• Monitor progress against the plan and escalate resource constraints as needed.

Education & Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 5–10 years’ experience in engineering project delivery (construction and/or pharmaceutical preferred).
• Trade certification with substantial on-site management experience will be considered.
• Experience in GMP or highly regulated environments desirable.
• Strong background in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder projects to successful completion.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical systems in large-scale manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Working Knowledge of PSCS role and responsibilities
• Excellent understanding of electrical standards, safety systems, and Irish regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate contractors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Please note, we do not require agency assistance with this role.