Principal Project Controls Engineer
Genentech · Hillsboro, OR · Manufacturing & Engineering
About this role
Genentech is hiring a principal-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Hillsboro, OR. The posting calls out experience with R, Compliance. Compensation is listed at $119,000–$222,000 per year.
- Role
- Hardware Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- principal
- Track
- Tech leadership
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Hillsboro, OR
- Department
- Manufacturing & Engineering
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
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Job description
from Genentech careersThe Position
This role is a valuable part of Roche's Global Engineering team within Pharma Technical Operations, which is dedicated to delivering complex capital projects that drive manufacturing innovation and operational excellence. As a Project Controls Engineer, you will serve as a critical strategic partner within project teams, safeguarding the financial and operational integrity of major CAPEX initiatives through rigorous cost and schedule monitoring, analysis, and proactive corrective action. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with Project Managers, Finance partners, procurement teams, contractors, and senior leadership across single and multidisciplinary projects supporting Pharma Technical Operations, CMOs, and Affiliates. This position offers significant technical responsibility and the chance to influence project outcomes while building a reputation as a trusted advisor in project controls and financial management.
The Opportunity
As Principal Project Controls Engineer, you will be the financial and operational guardian of major CAPEX projects, responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and appraising project performance across cost and schedule controls to ensure projects remain on track and within budget. You will work as a critical strategic partner with Project Managers and cross-functional teams, identifying variances early and formulating corrective actions while maintaining transparent adherence to corporate procedures and financial compliance standards.