Project Engineer III – Pharmaceutical Facilities & Utilities Engineering
Spokane, Washington Direct Hire Sep 10, 2026
Job Summary Homeland Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Spokane, WA to identify an experienced Project Engineer III – Pharmaceutical Facilities & Utilities.
The Project Engineer III – Pharmaceutical Facilities & Utilities will provide senior-level engineering expertise across pharmaceutical facilities, utilities, infrastructure, capital projects, and facility expansion initiatives. This role will independently lead large-scale projects and multidisciplinary teams while serving as a technical authority across key areas of facility engineering.
The ideal Project Engineer III – Pharmaceutical Facilities & Utilities brings strong experience with pharmaceutical facilities, clean utilities, HVAC, WFI, clean steam, electrical systems, capital project execution, and highly regulated engineering environments.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for major facility engineering projects, including facility and utility expansions, compliance upgrades, cost-reduction initiatives, process improvements, and construction projects
Serve as a technical resource for pharmaceutical facility systems, including HVAC, clean steam, WFI, electrical systems, and related infrastructure
Design, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize facility systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations
Independently manage major capital and expense projects from planning through execution and closeout
Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate internal stakeholders, contractors, A&E firms, vendors, and equipment manufacturers
Develop technical specifications, RFQs, and project documentation for engineering firms, contractors, and equipment suppliers
Manage project schedules, budgets, meetings, communications, documentation, and cross-functional execution
Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable regulatory requirements, SOPs, quality standards, and accepted engineering practices
Maintain current knowledge of local, state, federal, and international regulations affecting pharmaceutical facilities
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers and project team members
Support short- and long-term engineering objectives established by site leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
7+ years of project engineering and/or project management experience
Demonstrated experience independently managing large-scale capital or facility engineering projects
Strong experience collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering and operational teams
Excellent communication, organization, documentation, and technical problem-solving skills
Ability to work onsite full-time in Spokane, WA
Preferred Qualifications
Pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical facility engineering experience
Experience with HVAC, WFI, clean steam, electrical systems, clean utilities, and pharmaceutical construction
Experience working in GMP or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
Experience supporting facility expansions, infrastructure upgrades, or large capital programs
Experience working in classified or aseptic manufacturing environments
Benefits This position offers a base salary of $103,050–$164,900/year, based on experience, plus a 10% annual bonus opportunity. Benefits begin on the first day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSA and HSA options; life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; an Employee Assistance Program; and opportunities for career growth, advancement, and annual compensation reviews.
Summary Join a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing site during an exciting period of expansion and investment. As the Project Engineer III – Pharmaceutical Facilities & Utilities, you’ll have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of critical facility infrastructure, utilities, capital projects, and engineering improvements that directly support commercial manufacturing. This is a high-impact role for an engineer who wants to influence major projects, solve complex facility challenges, and contribute to the continued growth and performance of a highly regulated operation. Apply today!
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