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Director, Project Engineering (PLC/SCADA)

AbbVie
September 24, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$305,000 - $305,000 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Lead global strategic engineering projects within AbbVie's engineering teams, focusing on large-scale initiatives related to manufacturing or product development. Responsibilities: oversee project scope, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies; manage multiple concurrent projects ensuring alignment with corporate goals; lead cross-functional teams, including global stakeholders; develop and implement project strategies, and serve as an organizational spokesperson for major initiatives. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, with 18+ years of significant engineering/operational experience; proven expertise in global project management; strong interpersonal, negotiation, and cross-cultural collaboration skills; technical background in healthcare, medical devices, or pharma industries. Preferred: Post-graduate degree and formal project management training. HighValue: experience in pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing, large-scale process or technology projects, and cross-functional leadership in a global biopharma setting. Work setup: Not specified.