Project Engineering Group Lead

Corden Pharma - A Full-Service CDMO

Project Engineering Group Lead at CordenPharma managing capital projects in pharmaceutical development. Responsible for technical leadership, project management tasks, and team collaboration in engineering efforts.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeBoulder • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $113,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Project Engineering Group Lead is responsible for providing technical leadership for project engineers; as well as managing and executing capital projects in support of pharmaceutical drug substance, intermediates, and fine chemical development and production.
Provides strong technical leadership in the areas of civil, mechanical, and equipment and facilities design and installation projects.
Also, providing leadership to ensure project costs, schedules, quality control, and adherence to regulatory laws and practices throughout the project life cycles.
Interacting with management in developing project objectives, department goals, and site concepts and strategies; advises management regarding technical opportunities and advances.
Takes a lead role in working with the project owner and supporting staff to develop the project business case and project objectives.
Ensures relevant alternatives are evaluated and the recommended solution is supported by local staff and management.
Plans, develops, coordinates, and directs the entire engineering effort for assigned projects; and mentors and coaches on other projects with many complex features, while ensuring project success.
Directs efforts relating to the generation of cost estimates, as well as cost and schedule tracking.
Proactively demonstrates responsibility for ensuring that cost, scope, and schedule requirements are met.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering (BSChE) from 4-year college or university preferred
10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to write reports and proposals that conform to prescribed style and format
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or technical staff
Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory
Ability to understand basic accounting and financial principles (ROI & IRR analysis, cashflow, committed vs. actual costs, etc.) as they apply to project management
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementcivil designmechanical designequipment installationfacilities designcost estimationschedule trackingadvanced calculusmodern algebraadvanced statistical theory

Soft Skills

technical leadershipmentoringcoachingcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical skillspresentation skillsinterpersonal skillsstrategic thinkingcustomer service

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering