Genentech

Project Engineer

Genentech$99K — $184K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience; PE or PMP certification preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in project management, engineering, or capital planning in regulated or high-tech environments such as biotech or pharmaceuticals.
  • Experience delivering capital projects from concept to completion, including managing budgets and schedules, with knowledge of governance frameworks like stage-gate.
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet, and familiarity with SAP, AutoCAD, or process control systems is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of facility systems and utilities infrastructure, with familiarity in BIM tools or digital asset management preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, along with knowledge of regulatory requirements and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of capital projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget for projects from $500K to $2M.
  • Develop project scopes by identifying problems and performing risk and cost-benefit analyses for optimal solutions.
  • Oversee design reviews, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance space efficiency and ensure project alignment with master plans.
  • Manage small to medium capital projects through all phases from conception to commissioning and operational handover.
  • Maintain knowledge of infrastructure systems and provide troubleshooting support for critical facilities.
  • Facilitate stakeholder coordination by ensuring regulatory compliance and preparing engineering documentation.
  • Commit to continuous improvement by sharing best practices and enhancing engineering standards across Roche's network.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Wellness programs and resources for a healthy lifestyle.
  • Retirement savings plans with company matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
  • Opportunities for professional development and educational assistance.
Full Job Description
The Position

Are you a seasoned project engineer with a passion for driving innovation in complex infrastructure within a regulated, high-tech environment? At Roche, we are committed to pioneering solutions that advance global health, and we need a dedicated Project Engineer to lead vital capital infrastructure projects that bolster our facilities' safety, efficiency, and compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence Roche's operational excellence by managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with our strategic goals and contribute to sustainable growth.

In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams-including engineering, operations, quality, and SHE-to deliver projects that meet regulatory standards and organizational needs. Your technical expertise will be essential in troubleshooting facility systems, optimizing utilities, and maintaining comprehensive documentation of infrastructure modifications. Roche's culture of continuous improvement means your innovative ideas and process enhancements will help shape best practices across our global engineering network.

The Opportunity

Responsibilities
  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of capital projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget for initiatives typically ranging from $500K to $2M.
  • Develop precise project scopes by identifying core problems, functional requirements, and performing risk and cost-benefit analyses to recommend optimal solutions.
  • Oversee design reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote space efficiency, asset utilization, and alignment with Roche's site master plans.
  • Manage small to medium projects through all phases from conception to commissioning, qualification, and operational handover, ensuring seamless transitions.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of site infrastructure systems-HVAC, electrical, utilities-and provide troubleshooting support for critical facilities.
  • Facilitate stakeholder coordination by preparing engineering documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting change control processes.
  • Commit to continuous improvement by sharing best practices, supporting cross-site collaborations, and advancing engineering standards within Roche's network


Who You Are

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience. A Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
  • 5+ years of combined experience in project management, project engineering, or capital planning within regulated or high-tech manufacturing environments, including biotech, pharmaceutical, or similar industries, preferred.
  • Proven experience delivering capital projects from concept to completion, with responsibility for managing budgets and schedules. Experience with capital project governance frameworks such as stage-gate or portfolio management is advantageous.
  • Proficiency with MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent project management tools. Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, building management systems, or process control systems is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of facility systems, utilities infrastructure, or building engineering, with familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools or digital asset management platforms preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across functions and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of FDA, GMP, or other pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, as well as continuous improvement certifications such as Six Sigma or Lean, is advantageous.


This position is not eligible for relocation.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $99,300 - $184,500 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

About Genentech

Genentech is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures drugs for the treatment of serious medical conditions. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. Genentech's products include treatments for cancer, multiple sclerosis, and other diseases. The company is a subsidiary of Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical company. Genentech has been recognized for its innovative research and development, and has received numerous awards for its contributions to the biotechnology industry.
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