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Senior Project Engineer - Municipal

Chesterton, IN · On-site

$94.10K - $122.60K/yr

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and execution of complex municipal infrastructure projects. You will drive the ...

Sr Project Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$93.80K - $174.20K/yr

Responsibilities include contributing to project planning, leading assigned workstreams, supporting regulatory compliance, and providing hands-on engineering support from design through execution.

Responsibilities include contributing to project planning, leading assigned workstreams, supporting regulatory compliance, and providing hands-on engineering support from design through execution.

The Senior Project Engineer is accountable for all technical and commercial aspects of large and complex investment projects. Execution will be completed safely, timely, on budget and per the agreed ...

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How much do senior project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior project engineer in Indiana is $109,207.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,200.00 and $122,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Project Engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Senior Project Engineer, you need a strong background in engineering principles, project management, and relevant industry experience—often supported by a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Primavera), CAD tools, and industry-specific standards is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring successful project delivery, team coordination, and compliance with technical and safety standards.

What are some common challenges Senior Project Engineers face when managing cross-functional teams?

Senior Project Engineers often oversee projects that require collaboration among diverse teams such as design, procurement, and construction. A common challenge is aligning different priorities and communication styles, which can lead to misunderstandings or delays. To overcome this, Senior Project Engineers use strong leadership and organizational skills, facilitating clear communication and establishing structured workflows. Building trust and fostering a collaborative environment are essential for ensuring all team members work toward shared objectives and project milestones.

What are Senior Project Engineers?

Senior Project Engineers are experienced professionals responsible for overseeing and managing complex engineering projects from conception to completion. They coordinate between various teams, ensure project milestones are met, and address technical challenges that arise during the project lifecycle. Senior Project Engineers also play a key role in budgeting, quality assurance, and maintaining safety standards. Their expertise ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet the required specifications.

What is the difference between Senior Project Engineer vs Project Engineer?

AspectSenior Project EngineerProject Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, 5+ years experience, professional engineering license often preferredBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 1-3 years experience
Work EnvironmentLeading project teams, overseeing multiple phases, coordinating with clients and vendorsAssisting in project planning, executing tasks under supervision, supporting senior staff
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, infrastructure projectsConstruction, civil engineering, industrial projects

Senior Project Engineers typically have more experience, advanced certifications, and leadership responsibilities compared to Project Engineers. They oversee entire projects, coordinate teams, and liaise with clients, whereas Project Engineers focus on supporting project execution under supervision. The roles are distinct but interconnected within engineering and construction industries.

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Infographic showing various Senior Project Engineer job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,207 per year, or $52.5 per hour.
Senior Project Engineer, Pharma - Project Farma

Senior Project Engineer, Pharma - Project Farma

PerkinElmer

Indianapolis, IN

$94.60K - $123.30K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


PerkinElmer rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleSenior Project Engineer, Pharma - Project Farma
Location(s)Customer Site - IN, Indianapolis, IN

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company

Project Engineers (PE) and Senior Project Engineers (Senior PE) are fully billable roles that will work collaboratively with clients, vendors, contractors, and other Team Members to support projects related to biomanufacturing across the entire engineering lifecycle. PEs and Senior PEs are responsible for delivering high quality work, forming and maintaining valuable, long-term relationships with our clients, and continually strengthening their technical and industry knowledge. They will maintain a strong focus on Project Farma's Patient Focused and People First mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Site Strategy

  • Support the execution of site strategy under the direction of the Site Lead, contributing to specific project tasks that align with Project Farma's services.

  • Perform assigned tasks to meet strategic objectives, such as preparing and executing CQV Protocols

  • Identify and reports client needs or project challenges to the Site Lead for further action.

  • Maintain professional relationships with project team members and client POCs at the operational level (e.g., technicians, engineers) to facilitate task completion.

Business Growth & Development

  • Contribute to project-level success by delivering high-quality work that supports business growth opportunities.

  • Provides data or insights (e.g., project progress, risks) to the Site Lead for inclusion in dashboards or expansion discussions.

  • Participate in project tasks that support extensions or proposals, such as preparing deliverables for clients.

  • Build meaningful internal and external relationships.

  • Present Project Farma as a service to clients as needed.

  • Communicate with clients in a professional manner.

  • Ensure any client feedback or opportunities identified are being escalated properly.

Talent Development

  • Focus on professional development and support team collaboration under the Site Leads guidance.

  • Share technical knowledge with peers to support project delivery.

Resource Management

  • Provide input on task-level resource needs to the Site Lead to support project delivery.

  • Report workload or skill gaps within assigned tasks.

  • Assist in maintaining project schedules by communicating resource constraints.

Technical Delivery

  • Create alignment with cross-functional client departments including but not limited to Validation, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Project Controls

  • Communicate updates internally in a timely manner and relay in-field project decisions to highlight long-range, down-stream project and team impacts.

  • Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting for clients navigating the engineering life cycle of cutting-edge equipment and manufacturing processes.

  • Perform due diligence on system and subject domains to generate high-quality project deliverables.

  • Execute specific technical tasks within a project, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

  • Perform CQV tasks, such as protocol development or equipment testing, under the Site Lead's guidance.

  • Report technical issues to the Site Lead and support resolution efforts.

  • Ensure tasks meet client specifications, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GMP), and industry standards.

  • Author technical documents: SOPs, requirements specifications, testing protocols, summary reports, etc.

  • Identify and close individual knowledge gaps with support from other team members or leads as needed.

  • Execute system and process validation protocols by using GxP best practices.

  • Proactively identify and escalate roadblocks and utilize critical thinking skills and knowledge of problem- solving skills to identify creative solutions to those problems and roadblocks.

  • Support necessary billables as forecasted by site dashboards on billable targets per month.

  • Maintain internal site tools such as site dashboards, deliverable trackers, etc.

  • Continually develop technical aptitude of Project Farma's core services within the life science space including but not limited to: Capital Project Management, Facility Builds, Tech Transfers, Validation Life Cycles including CQV and Computer system Validation, Quality, Regulatory and Compliance, GxP Automated Systems, and Quality Control including clinical and commercial.

  • General understanding of Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and PO management tool

  • Analyze complex project data and then deliver clear, articulate and concise messages in a compelling manner to support decision making.

  • May be requested to assist with Project Controls and Scheduling to include; Budget estimates, detailed project schedules and milestones, feasibility estimates, risks, forecasts and scenario analysis and project cost reports and analysis.

Operational Performance & Billability

  • Maintain 100% individual billability by completing assigned project tasks.

  • Escalate any roadblocks on achieving billable targets to the site lead.

Experience Required

  • 0-4 years' experience in consulting and/or engineering services.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent work experience in CQV engineering, cGMP facility start-up, project management and/or comparable military experience).

Other Required

  • Full-time on-site client presence

  • Willingness to travel up to 100% or as required.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.