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Shift Stationary Engineer

@ BioVectra Inc.

Windsor, Nova Scotia

$52k–$81k/yrFull-time1+ years experience
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Overview

BioVectra Inc., now part of Agilent, is hiring a full-time Shift Stationary Engineer in Windsor, Nova Scotia, to keep plant utilities and equipment running safely and efficiently under cGMP rules. The role runs a 4-on, 4-off rotation of day and night shifts and requires a 3rd or 4th Class Interprovincial Power Engineering Certificate. Pay is $52,154 to $81,491 per year CAD, plus bonus, stock and benefits eligibility.

Pay:

$52,154–$81,491 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial and research equipment
  • Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, air compressors and HVAC
  • Monitor utility systems and respond to alarms and failures
  • Keep logs, maintenance records and power boiler permit logs
  • Support commissioning, qualification and equipment upgrades

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3rd or 4th Class Interprovincial Power Engineering Certificate (Nova Scotia)
  • 1+ year experience is an asset
  • Knowledge of cGMP guidelines is an asset
  • Good oral and written communication skills

Tools & skills

Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · workday

Employer posting date
2026-10-13
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certifications3rd or 4th Class Interprovincial Power Engineering Certificate
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus, Stock or equity

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BioVectra Inc.

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HeadquartersCharlottetown
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Job description

Job Description

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharma and biotech companies.

BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics.

BIOVECTRA Inc. has an immediate opening for a Shift Stationary Engineer. This is a full-time permanent position located in Windsor, Nova Scotia.

The Shift Stationary Engineer is responsible for keeping BioVectra’s facilities operating efficiently as possible while maintaining a strict adherence to all applicable codes and regulations. The position will minimize or eliminate unscheduled production shutdowns. To perform all work with the utmost degree of quality and safety to achieve completed first time scheduled maintenance and/or minimal shutdowns, with strict compliance to cGMP regulations.

Shift:

4 days on days, 7 am to 7 pm, 4 days off

4 days on nights, 7pm to 7am, 4days off

repeats weekly.

  • Providing corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial processes and research equipment in a production environment.

  • Troubleshooting and repairing equipment malfunctions as necessary to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations

  • Maintaining accurate logs of all system operations, maintenance activities, and repairs.

  • Ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

  • Responding to emergency situations, alarms, and system failures and take appropriate action to resolve issues.

  • Collaborating with other departments, including maintenance, production, and engineering, to support operational goals.

  • Assisting with equipment upgrades, installations, and modifications as needed.

  • Providing corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial processes and research equipment in a production environment.

  • Performing troubleshooting and diagnostic repairs on process and research equipment.

  • Responsible for all utility services, purified water system and tank farm, including completion of all necessary logs for power boiler permits.

  • Providing quick and innovative solutions to equipment and process malfunctions.

  • Performing maintenance and calibration tasks as required on equipment and utilities & update Blue Mountain software as tasks are completed.

  • Assisting in the commissioning and qualification of equipment and utilities.

  • Writing and revising preventative maintenance records for the equipment and utilities. Working shift work and on call as required.

  • Operating and maintaining various stationary equipment, including boilers, chillers, air compressors, and HVAC systems.

  • Monitoring and controlling all systems and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations during the shift

  • Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance of systems and equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Qualifications

  • HS degree or equivalent required.

  • 3rd or 4th Class Interprovincial Power Engineering Certificate in Nova Scotia is required, may consider recent graduates from NSCC with a Power Engineering Technology diploma.

  • 1+ year(s) experience is nice to have.

  • Good oral and written communication skills.

  • Knowledge of cGMP guideline is nice to have.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $52,154.00 - $81,491.00/yr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:

No

Shift:

Swing

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Workplace Services

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