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Project Engineer

Company:
Actalent
Location:
Columbus, OH, 43216
Posted:
March 16, 2026
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Description:

Job Title: Project Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Project Engineer for an 12-18 month contract role within the pharmaceutical industry.

This position offers the potential to transition into a direct role.

The company is a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, renowned for providing over 750 high-quality pharmaceutical products globally.

The role is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities * Execute various projects throughout the facility as a Project Engineer.

* Manage projects with budgets under $500k, including process equipment, site maintenance, facility upgrades, utility systems, lab space modifications, flooring/cubicle setups, and equipment installations.

* Handle change control documentation and coordination, beyond contractor management.

Essential Skills * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering, or an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or a technical background.

* Co-op experience in Facilities, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction.

* Experience in a manufacturing environment and facilities is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications * Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* SAP experience is a plus.

Work Environment The position is based in a clean, state-of-the-art facility that includes office space, labs, and manufacturing areas.

The role requires a minimum of 40 hours per week with core hours from 9am-3pm, allowing for flexibility around start and end times.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.46 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people.

DE&I is embedded into our culture through: * Hiring diverse talent * Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection * Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes * Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services.

For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals.

Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering.

Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences.

We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.

Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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