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.

The Plant Engineer will have the following 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.

This role matches your career aspirations? We want to receive your resume if:

• You hold at minimum a bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• You have at least five (5) years of experience as an engineer in a GMP environment, within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• You 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.
• You are able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in French and English, as several stakeholders are located outside of Québec.

The BMC, an employer offering what's important to you

• 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.

The BMC, an organization like no other

• Our team is made up of talented, committed individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• We aim to develop, share and transmit knowledge
• Our NPO status enables us to reinvest every dollar of profit back into the organization
• Our human scale empowers all our employees to participate in driving the company forward
• Our economic positioning is unique in our industry
• Our social mission is extraordinary

The BMC, a key player in Canadian biotech production

The BMC is a new facility in the heart of Montreal, completed in June 2021. It supports the growth of the country's biologics production capacity, ensuring that vaccines and other related products can be manufactured safely, right here at home. Thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities and the knowledge of its team, the BMC can produce biopharmaceutical products such as viral vector, protein subunit and virus-like particle vaccines, as well as other biological products. It is a key player in Canada's ability to respond rapidly to future national and global health emergencies.