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Lab Design Project Engineer

Amgen
September 24, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Thousand Oaks, CA)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Laboratory Design Project Engineer providing technical leadership in planning, designing, and delivering laboratory facilities within Amgen's biopharma operations. Responsibilities: translate scientific and operational needs into functional lab designs, develop and review design standards, oversee design packages for safety and compliance, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams throughout project phases, evaluate equipment and utility integration, and support commissioning activities. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or related field; extensive experience in laboratory design and operations; knowledge of building codes, biosafety, and GMP standards; strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills; willingness to travel. Preferred qualifications: advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., PE, LEED), experience with regulated biotech labs, and familiarity with biosafety containment, cleanrooms, and pharmaceutical utilities. HighValue: biopharma laboratory environments, including regulated GMP/GLP settings, supporting research, development, or manufacturing; involved in capital projects from design through commissioning; interface with engineering, EHS, facilities, and external design firms. WorkSetup: travel required for site assessments, design reviews, and project execution.