About the role#
The Project Engineering team in Worcester manages capital projects for biologics equipment, facilities, and utilities. As a co-op, you will act as a lead engineer and project manager for assigned capital projects. You will work with internal teams and external contractors to execute projects from start to finish.
What you'll do#
- Manage capital projects through the full life-cycle, including scope, scheduling, and budgeting.
- Develop project scopes based on customer requirements, estimate costs, and prepare financial defense packages.
- Create user requirements, biologics equipment P&IDs, and technical specifications for automation processes.
- Identify internal and external resource needs for your projects.
- Assist with procurement by generating purchase requisitions for equipment and labor.
- Prepare and deliver project status reports to internal stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program for Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Enrollment in university for at least one semester following the co-op.
- Ability to commit to a 6-month, on-site duration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and self-motivation.
- Experience with cGMP and Good Documentation Practices is preferred.
- Exposure to biopharmaceutical manufacturing or biologics equipment operation is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Worcester, Massachusetts.
- Term: 6 months (Winter 2027 - Summer 2027).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time paid co-op.
About AbbVie
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company based in North Chicago, Illinois. It researches and manufactures medicines across several therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. The organization operates as a public company with over 59,000 employees. It maintains a presence in various international locations such as Canada, South Korea, Japan, and Costa Rica.
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