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Mechanical Engineer (Capital Projects & Manufacturing) 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1046

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

REPORTS TO:

Engineering / Manufacturing Leadership SALARY:

$85,000 – $100,000 base salary TERMS:

Permanent, Full-Time LOCATION:

Charlottetown, PEI

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead capital projects while supporting ongoing manufacturing operations. This role will play a key part in facility expansion, equipment implementation, and driving production efficiency across the plant.

The successful candidate will also provide guidance and oversight to a junior Process Engineer and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities Capital Projects & Engineering Leadership

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects including facility upgrades, equipment installation, and process improvements

Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables

Review and approve engineering drawings, layouts, P&IDs;, and equipment specifications

Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout project lifecycle

Manufacturing & Process Optimization

Support day-to-day production by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality

Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Support new product introduction and scale-up activities

Provide guidance, coaching,



and oversight to a junior Process Engineer

Partner closely with Production, QA/QC, Maintenance, and R&D; teams

Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused engineering culture

Compliance, Validation & Documentation

Ensure all engineering activities align with GMP and applicable regulatory standards

Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment and processes

Maintain accurate documentation including SOPs, change controls, and engineering reports

Health, Safety & Risk Management

Promote and support a safe working setting

Participate in risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Experience

5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience leading or supporting capital projects

Experience in regulated environments (food, pharmaceutical, or natural health products) is considered an asset

Skills & Knowledge

Strong project management and organizational skills

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment

Experience with AutoCAD, project management tools, and data analysis tools

Knowledge of GMP and validation practices is an asset

What Success Looks Like

Capital projects delivered on time and within budget

Improved production efficiency and reduced downtime

Strong collaboration across teams

Effective mentorship and development of junior engineering staff

Additional Information

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Opportunities for professional development and growth within a scaling organization

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