Project Engineer

BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.

BIOVECTRA Inc. has an opening for Project Engineer. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Charlottetown, PE.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Prioritizing and executing assigned project deliverables. Ensuring that all equipment is commissioned and qualified according to the Master Validation Plan and/or other project quality documents, procedures, and regulations.
• Participating in the development of capital project scope, goals, user requirement specifications (USRS) quotes; prioritizing and executing assigned project deliverables, while operating within budget and schedules.
• Hands on startup of new process equipment and instrumentation, including troubleshooting equipment and instrumentation during commissioning activities.
• Assembling, executing and reviewing Turn Over Packages (TOP) for systems and equipment.
• Developing and executing Equipment Qualification Protocols (EQP) including and execution of these protocols. Data collection and statistical analysis.
• Updating ACAD drawings. Reviewing and updating "As Built" drawings in coordination with outside contractors.
• Organizing project paperwork, drawings and files
• Coordinating project startup, commissioning and validation activities with internal and external groups.
• Supporting Maintenance Department and trades people (electrical, mechanical, and structural) by providing advice or guidance and direction.
• Setting up project consumables within MRP system.
• Operating within budget and project schedules.
• Conferring with vendors to determine product specifications, purchase equipment, materials or parts, materials of construction (“MOC”) and evaluate products according to quality standards.
• Researching technical information for the installation, maintenance, and operation of instruments and equipment. Determining the critical testing requirements for instrumentation and equipment prior to qualification.
• Assisting maintenance department with repair, calibration, and sourcing replacement parts, as required.

The successful candidate for this position should have:

• Post-Secondary Education in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Two years previous work experience in a pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in preparing user requirement specs (URS), request for quotes (RFQ) tenders and bid packages.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to function effectively under ongoing pressure and flexibility to change.

BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the “Apply Now” button.

Starting annual salary is based on experience: $65,000

Closing Date: August 17, 2024

Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply! We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.