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Project Engineer - Life Sciences

Wood
Rockville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Life Sciences business. This opportunity is Onsite.

The Role

Wood is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer based out of Rockville, MD-USA with significant relevant experience in the Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical and/or Biotechnology) industry. The Project Engineer will work in a fast-paced, site-based environment supporting both Project and Construction Managers.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Life Sciences business leverages 50 years of Life Sciences experience in the Americas, Europe and Australia. We bring full asset lifecycle value proposition to leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies by accelerating the design and delivery of their most complex facilities at pace with uncompromising quality and safety standards. Our future-minded team focuses on sustainability and optimized facility performance through innovative and cleaner design solutions that ultimately lead to positive advancements in human health.

What We Can Offer

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Life Sciences sector.
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
  • Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
  • Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
  • Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities:

  • Excellent written and oral skills and an effective presenter
  • Organizes, prioritizes, and plans work activities, while using time efficiently
  • Organizes, plans, prioritizes, and participates in reviews with engineering and construction.
  • Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, while developing alternative solutions, if necessary
  • Understands business implications of decisions and activities.
  • Works with administrative supervision and effectively manages multiple and conflicting priorities.
  • Works cooperatively with others as a team member.
  • Understands both the technical and commercial aspects of the projects and proposals.

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture is preferred.
  • A well-developed knowledge of the life sciences engineering work processes and principles and understands working in an integrated environment.
  • 3 years of related industry experience
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit and walk

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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