Project Engineer

Roche

Project Engineer leading capital infrastructure projects at Roche to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance. Collaborating with engineering, operations, and quality teams in a regulated environment.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,300 - $184,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance
Eligible for various benefits detailed in Roche's policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementcapital project deliveryrisk analysiscost-benefit analysisbudget managementschedule managementfacility systems knowledgeHVAC systemselectrical systemsutilities infrastructure

Soft Skills

stakeholder coordinationcommunication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementorganizational skillspresentation skillsadaptabilityprioritizationteamwork

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) licenseProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationSix Sigma certificationLean certification