Plant Engineer

Centre de production de produits biologiques Inc•Montreal, QC

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Biologics Manufacturing Center (BMC) Inc. is a new biomanufacturing facility created in response to the pandemic. A not-for-profit organization, the BMC aims to better meet the biopharmaceutical needs of Canadians. The BMC helps support projects of public interest, actively contributes to the overall growth and resilience of the Canadian life sciences industry and fosters industry development and innovation through Canadian production. Backed by a committed and innovative team of employees, the BMC fosters a culture of agility and transparency, with a collaborative, result-oriented approach. We are looking for a Plant Engineer who will play a key role by leading engineering projects and overseeing the equipment life cycle. This individual will be at the heart of the performance and reliability of equipment at a growing site, will be central to technical decision-making, and will have a direct impact on plant operations. Leveraging their technical expertise, the engineer will contribute to site compliance while supporting continuous improvement.

Requirements

Hold at minimum a bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
Have at least five (5) years of experience as an engineer in a GMP environment, within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Have hands‑on experience managing engineering projects, including requirements definition, selection and procurement processes, as well as FAT, SAT, installation, and start‑up phases
A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in French and English, as several stakeholders are located outside of Québec

Responsibilities

Manage engineering projects end‑to‑end, from needs identification through commissioning
Prepare business cases and cost‑benefit analyses
Participate in the development and management of the capital plan (CAPEX), including investment prioritization and tracking
Define technical requirements and prepare User Requirement Specifications (URS)
Select optimal technical solutions for BMC and participate in RFP processes in collaboration with the Procurement team
Coordinate the procurement, installation, and commissioning of equipment, and ensure a structured handover to operations teams, including training
Ensure full lifecycle management of equipment
Prepare and maintain engineering documentation and equipment files (URS, DQ, FAT/SAT, risk assessments, drawings, and specifications)
Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and contribute to GMP compliance
Provide technical expertise for facilities, utilities, and equipment, and support manufacturing teams to improve compliance, safety, and operational efficiency
Participate in troubleshooting and resolution of equipment and utilities issues, including investigations, deviations, and reliability improvement in collaboration with maintenance team
Manage consultants and engineering firms, including work supervision, review and approval of drawings and technical documents, and validation of deliverables
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and propose solutions to optimize equipment and utilities
Promote and apply BMC health and safety practices
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards

Benefits

A flexible schedule and telework
A culture of transparency, notably with our monthly corporate meetings
A respectful and friendly work environment
A new building with state-of-the-art equipment
A competitive salary commensurate with your skills
An attractive vacation and leave program
A group RRSP with a generous contribution from the BMC
A comprehensive insurance plan including telemedicine
An opportunity to participate in our various life committees (social club, employee committee, OHS committee, etc.)
A host of activities throughout the year to socialize with your colleagues, recognize team successes and improve your knowledge