Utilities Systems Specialist (Chief Power Engineer)

Each of us cares about someone who will need medicines. That’s why our vision is to repeatedly beat the odds to deliver breakthrough medicines to patients that need them. We pursue truth and scientific rigour and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Utilities Systems Specialist to join our Engineering Asset Management team, playing a key role in the operations and maintenance of critical utilities systems in our new GMP manufacturing facility. In this role, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will work closely with manufacturing operations, process engineering, quality and other technical operations functions. You will act as the Chief Boiler Power Engineer, as defined by Technical Safety BC, for our new GMP manufacturing facility and will be the main point of contact with Technical Safety BC, in terms of permit and compliance to requirements.

How you might spend your days

• Providing technical support as the subject matter expert for boilers and process vessels in compliance with the Technical Safety BC
• Supporting the day-to-day safe and reliable monitoring and operation of all utilities equipment/systems (e.g. boilers, chillers, air handling units, water for injection, compressed air, clean gasses, etc.), including attendance to BMS alarm
• Carrying out work order relating to routine maintenance and unplanned/ planned repair activities for utilities equipment through CMMS e-system
• Performing shutdown and restart of utilities systems during major maintenance activities or unplanned power outage in accordance with internal safety and quality requirements
• Providing technical support, troubleshooting, and problem-solving solutions for utilities systems interfacing with manufacturing process and quality control equipment
• Providing recommendations for improvements on operations of utilities and base building equipment
• Guiding and developing utility technicians to have the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely and effectively
• May be asked to perform shift work based on company business needs and to ensure minimal downtime of facilities

We'd love to hear from you if

• You are passionate about building dynamic new teams and capabilities that accomplish important goals
• You are a creative and innovative thinker, with the ability to identify potential issues before they arise
• You have 5+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing plant operation (steam plant, production, maintenance, quality, safety, and environmental compliance) or similar industry, in addition to a Bachelor’s degree
• You have a valid Technical Safety BC Class V Power Engineering certificate or higher
• You have significant knowledge of and experience with operating base utilities equipment such as Boilers, Chillers, AHU, and Compressed Gases; hands-on experience in GMP clean utilities (e.g. Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water System, Water for Injection, Clean Compressed Air, etc.) would be desirable
• You have a strong mechanical aptitude and electrical knowledge,and able to perform and supervise routine maintenance and repair tasks
• You have a strong operational acumen with experience in risk management, and can prioritize science and engineering approaches to prevent process downtime

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $80,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution.

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find a strong sense of community and connections across AbCellera through our work, clubs, and socials.

About AbCellera

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do.

We are a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing antibody-based medicines in the areas of endocrinology, women’s health, immunology, and oncology. We have built a platform for advancing antibody drug programs from target to clinic, and we are using it to build our internal pipeline.

Today, our pipeline includes two drug candidates in clinical development, two preclinical development candidates (DCs) in Investigational New Drug (IND)-enabling activities, and more than 20 active discovery programs across multiple modalities and indications.

We believe that when tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience.

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23345 in your cover letter. We receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. All communication from our Talent Discovery team will come from an @abcellera.com email address.