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[Apply on Abbott Laboratories’s careers site →](https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Illinois---Abbott-Park/Project-Engineer--Construction_31166240-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Abbott Laboratories](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/) / Project Engineer, Construction ## Job description Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. ### JOB DESCRIPTION Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity As a Project Engineer, you will lead medium-sized capital and engineering projects from concept through completion, applying both technical expertise and project management discipline to deliver impactful business results. Working with minimal supervision, you will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop innovative solutions, manage project execution, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. What You'll Work On Lead the planning, development, execution, and closeout of engineering projects across manufacturing, process, equipment, facility, and system environments. Develop project charters, define project requirements, establish objectives, and create comprehensive project plans. Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining budget, schedule, scope, and quality commitments. Coordinate and direct internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Utilize project management tools and methodologies, including front-end planning, cash flow forecasting, risk management, and change control processes. Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues impacting project delivery. Support the design and implementation of products, processes, equipment, facilities, and systems while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements. Evaluate technical alternatives through cost-benefit analysis and drive practical, innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges. Prepare and manage project documentation, including capital expenditure requests, scope documents, procurement packages, and validation activities. Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Build strong relationships with cross-functional business partners and serve as a trusted advisor on engineering and project-related matters. Mentor colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and project management best practices. ### Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a closely related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 8 years of engineering, manufacturing, operations, or project management experience. Demonstrated success leading engineering projects from initiation through completion. Strong project management skills, including scope, schedule, budget, resource, and risk management. Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, suppliers, and business stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Experience with financial planning, budget management, and fiscal controls. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Ability to influence stakeholders, negotiate solutions, and drive project outcomes with minimal supervision. ### Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline. Experience within healthcare, medical device, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, nutritional products, or other regulated manufacturing industries. Knowledge of capital project delivery, procurement, contracting, and supplier management processes. Familiarity with engineering design, validation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities. Experience implementing project management best practices and continuous improvement initiatives. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credentials. Demonstrated experience supporting Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), quality, and regulatory compliance requirements. Experience mentoring engineers, technical professionals, or project team members. Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. ### JOB FAMILY Engineering DIVISION: GES Global Engineering Services LOCATION: United States \> Abbott Park: AP52 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. ### EEO is the Law link - English [http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf](http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf) EEO is the Law link - Espanol: [http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf](http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Nov 6, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 10, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 10, 2026 - Listed for: 4 days - Location: United States - Illinois - Abbott Park - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $99,300.00 – $198,700.00[Apply on Abbott Laboratories’s careers site →](https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Illinois---Abbott-Park/Project-Engineer--Construction_31166240-1) ## Hiring at Abbott Laboratories - Open jobs: 2,459 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All Abbott Laboratories jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Abbott Laboratories ### [Project Manager, Construction](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/93ad748e3d9e5ffa5186/) United States - Illinois - Abbott Park ### [Regional Clinical Affairs Manager - Electrophysiology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/6a171029589839b45001/) United States - Illinois - Abbott Park ### [Regional Sales Director - Southeastern US, Abbott Diabetes Care](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/690017662b8ac523274f/) United States - Illinois - Abbott Park ### [Revenue Cycle Specialist III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/b708f724c83c7985fdc1/) United States - Illinois - Abbott Park ### [Scientist Technical Support](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbott-laboratories/jobs/701fc04ddf0ff88e55a8/) United States - Illinois - Abbott Park ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Construction Engineer - E2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/a38e05668893ba2da674/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Construction Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equity-residential/jobs/877a3223c630ac4dcb5f/) Equity Residential · Boston, MA ### [Construction Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/31ba2420b6032fc32c53/) Microsoft · United States, Virginia, Boydton ### [Construction Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/b1cb9e2f5f1b3aa69dbf/) Microsoft · United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee ### [Construction Engineer - Level 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/38c2e308c937b4c432e2/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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