Commissioning Engineer III

Merrick & Company

  • Kanata, ON
  • $104,000-127,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
OVERVIEW:Merrick Canada is seeking a full time Commissioning Engineer to become part of our growing Life Sciences Commissioning team. Assets for this position:
  • Be ambitious and flexible; have a talent for efficiency and process improvement; and have an attitude to succeed.
  • Be a Self-starter and independently motivated individual. Must be able to work as a member of a close team and be able to work independently as necessary.
  • Have good organizational and planning skills with the ability to direct a team through the execution of the commissioning process.
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience coordinating with owners and contractors, as well as the ability to lead project meetings are necessary skills.
  • Have the ability to generate accurate, detailed reports.
  • Have the ability to read and understand building drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and submittals.
  • Have knowledge of controls systems and control sequences.
Salary range for this position is $104,000.00 - $127,000.00 CAD. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Coordinate, perform and oversee detailed field commissioning services for all types of facilities including; laboratories, nuclear spaces, hospitals, production spaces, computer centers, general office facilities, clean rooms.
  • Generate MS Project and/or P6 schedules and manage the commissioning process, Generate commissioning issues logs and manage to closure
  • Generate commissioning plans; write commissioning specifications; develop commissioning installation checklists and functional test procedures; verify and validate commissioned systems controls and equipment; document commissioning process, develop final commissioning report, and develop systems manuals.
  • Ability to write SOPs for the operation and maintenance of specialized systems and equipment. (Autoclaves, MSCs, Fume hoods) experience with decontamination,
  • Full understanding on the validation process, including
  • Development of Validation Master Plans along with development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, including managing the deviations for all types of equipment
  • An understanding of GAMP, CFRs, CBSGs, BMBL are an asset.
  • Development of URSs, FSs, to support engineering teams design and procure equipment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Accredited 4 Year Engineering degree.
  • Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point).
  • Frequent travel to project/client locations with possible international travel (UK / Europe).
  • Canadian citizenship.
  • The ability to obtain a Canadian Level II – SECRET Security Clearance
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with AutoCad and/or Revit.
  • 10-15 years or more experience in the commissioning of bio-containment laboratory facilities (CL2, CL3, CL3 Animal, CL-4), including HVAC (air and hydronic), controls, plumbing, laboratory equipment, fire protection, security, and/or electrical systems.
  • Experience with HVAC controls systems and protocols (e.g. JCI, Siemens, ALC, BACnet, Modbus, etc)
  • PE, CxA, BCxA, LEED AP
  • 5-10 years or more experience in the design of HVAC (air and hydronic), controls, plumbing, laboratory equipment, fire protection, security, and/or electrical systems for bio-containment laboratory facilities OR
  • 5-10 years or more experience in commissioning / validating of other types of high-tech, mission-critical facilities (Pharma, Biotech, Vaccine Manufacturing)
  • Reside in the Ottawa area
PERKS:
  • Robust Employee Referral Program.
  • Annual performance reviews and merit increases.
  • Professional Training and Development.
  • Employee Recognition Awards.
  • Peer Mentor Program.
  • And Much More!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
  • Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
  • At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
  • Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes; RRSP, and unique work-life benefits.
  • We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training and coaching programs and are rewarded for their achievements through excellent benefits and competitive salaries.
  • An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Merrick & Company