Mechanical Project Engineer

Arcadis DPS Engineering are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer for a pharmaceutical assignment located in Ringaskiddy, Cork. This is a 12-month contract. The role covers all project phases—design, construction, commissioning, and qualification—while ensuring robust communication among stakeholders and compliance with quality and safety standards.

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• Coordinate and participate in Design, Construction and C&Q activities on site.
  
• Lead projects for facility modifications and capital equipment procurement.
  
• Assist the Capital Projects Manager in the planning and tracking of activities.
  
• Liaise with the various stakeholders on the projects to ensure clear communication between all parties.
  
• Provide technical process support to the project team throughout the project life cycle.
  
• Generate and execute Commissioning & Qualification activities if required.
  
• Generate change controls on Electronic QMS and drive their closure in a timely manner.
  
• Review turnover documentation from vendors.
  
• Setup and review of contracts with Legal Representatives.
  
• Assist in the setup of a capital project programme.
  
• Responsibility for direct supervision of vendor engineers and contractors during engineering works on single or multiple capital projects.
  
• Use of Permit to Work system or other safety systems of work to control engineering activities.
  
• Management of capital and cost benefit analysis.
  
• Participation in HAZOP and design reviews.
  
• Generate and check project engineering deliverables such as technical specifications, procurement submittals and handover documentation.
  

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• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent trade qualification.
  
• 5+ years in mechanical project engineering within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or a similar regulated industry (GMP environment preferred).
  
• Experience across the full project lifecycle: design, construction, commissioning, and qualification.
  
• Strong background in capital equipment procurement, facility upgrades, and project cost management.
  
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems (e.g., utilities, HVAC, process piping, clean/black utilities, capital equipment).
  
• Familiarity with quality management systems and change control processes.
  
• Ability to oversee, review, and generate project documentation and specifications.
  
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, vendors, and cross‑functional project teams.
  
• Proven commitment to safety and compliance.
  

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