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Design Project Engineer II

IPS-Integrated Project Services
Somerset, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026
Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Design Project Engineer II to join our dedicated team at our office located in Somerset, New Jersey.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership and coordination for multidisciplinary design projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, standards, and quality objectives throughout the project lifecycle. This role involves managing engineering activities and supporting project planning and execution. This role demands strong technical expertise across multiple engineering disciplines.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support project leads in developing resource planning and work plans, to align with budget, schedule, and deliverables as defined in the executed project contract.
  • Ensure design compliance with safety, quality, client design guidelines, and regulatory standards.
  • Support development of the project equipment list and coordinate input across disciplines.
  • Lead and facilitate regular, internal design coordination and review meetings.
  • Coordinate efforts of architects, engineers, design assist contractors, BIM teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure complete designs that meet contractual obligations.
  • Monitor design content and progress for quality and adherence to the basis of design documents, schedule, and budget.
  • Confirm state document sealing requirements and AOR/EOR responsibilities.
  • Support change management by identifying design changes and preparing design change notices, including scope, hours, and schedule to Project Management.
  • Support the design leads in providing accurate estimates to complete.
  • Support addressing client comments, responding to RFIs with necessary design revisions, and reviewing vendor submittals according to the agreed-upon timeframe.
  • Support technical review of Vendor bid documents.
  • Support technical review of project cost estimates.
  • Collaborate with Document Control to ensure proper distribution, review, and storage of project documents.
  • Support construction administration services and assist in resolving technical issues during execution.
  • Supports Project Managers and Executives in the preparation of proposals, presentations, and other sales and marketing documents.

The salary offered for this role is between $81,000 and $108,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • 2-4 years of progressive experience working in a Project Engineer role. Experience in the AEC, Pharmaceutical, or
  • Life Sciences industries is strongly preferred.
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University or College in Engineering, or a related field.
  • Expertise in engineering design programs and BIM tools, e.g., Navisworks.
  • General knowledge of system design and applicable codes.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
  • Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
  • Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Must be able to climb ladders as necessary

Work Environment

  • Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
  • Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol

Travel

  • This position will have 5-20% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
  • You may be assigned to a client site for an extended period of time.
  • Overnight travel or staying in the city of the client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
  • Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
  • You will visit Client sites and will be required to adhere to stated safety rules.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation.
  • Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

  • This position is a safety-sensitive position.
  • The employee may be required to work in the field and attend activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

FTE

IPS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending accounts, and educational assistance.

PBE

IPS offers a benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our offerings include comprehensive medical and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

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Salary : $81,000 - $108,000

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