Site Maintenance Engineer

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Site Maintenance Engineer

The Site Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the three R&D facilities (2 in Winnipeg and 1 in Carman, MB) and machinery / equipment used in R&D and production processes, ensuring safety and quality in alignment with applicable procedures and policies.

Bayer is committed to a flexible hybrid working environment. This is a permanent position based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

What you will do :

Ensure proper functioning of all facilities and equipment used for operational processes in controlled environment seed production, specialized R&D and lab equipment and essential building equipment and systems.

Develop and implement a robust preventive maintenance program.

Demonstrate ability and working knowledge to conduct and complete maintenance on company facilities and equipment across the two three sites.

Maintain accurate and detailed records of all equipment and facility maintenance activities, leveraging internal IT systems (e.g. CMMS – Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). Maintain metrics and other relevant information to drive efficiency.

Monitor equipment performance and analyze failure trends to predict and prevent future issues.

Recommend and implement improvements to enhance performance or efficiency.

Independently troubleshoot mechanical, electrical or control system issues and perform or oversee repairs to restore equipment to good working condition.

Maintain an active inventory of parts, supplies and tools to complete needed maintenance and repairs and meet equipment uptime objectives.

Coordinate with 3rd party contractors when outside service is required.

Comply with all applicable hazardous work permits, including but not limited to; Lock out Tag Out (LOTO), line breaking, fall protection, confined space, and atmospheric monitoring.

Create and promote a safe work environment which includes ensuring all equipment meets and / or exceeds all SSHE and CCOHS requirements.

Ensure all maintenance work adheres to safety regulations, industry standards, and internal policies and procedures. Conducts risk assessment and implement safety protocols.

Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Who you are :

High school diploma or GED

Valid 3rd Class Power Engineer certification

Demonstrated proficiency and aptitude across mechanical, electrical HVAC and control systems

Understanding of geothermal systems

‘Hands-on' mentality and a strong focus on achieving results

Availability to work 40 hours per week and meet overtime demands

Valid driver's license

Must be able to lift and / or move up to 60 pounds.

Ideal to have experience as a maintenance engineer in a manufacturing environment

What we offer :

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
• Career development and global opportunities
• Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

The base salary range for this role is between $60,000 – 90,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.

This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This role is posted for a vacant position.

This posting will be available for application until Feb 22, 2026. Applications will be reviewed once the posting is closed.

All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.