Facilities Engineer

Pillar5 Pharma is a specialized aseptic manufacturer located in the Ottawa Valley Town of Arnprior, Ontario. At Pillar5, we are Building Our Future as North America's ophthalmic Centre of Excellence through best-in-class compliance, operational excellence and industry leadership. Our quality and safety trained team members work together in support of our Mission to produce reliable, high-quality eye-care products that improve and enrich the lives of our customers.Pillar5 Pharma is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to support the design, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of cleanroom HVAC systems and facility infrastructure within our regulated manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a technical lead and owner’s representative, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external engineering consultants to ensure systems are compliant with GMP, ISO cleanroom standards, and operational requirements.COMPENSATION
The salary range: $80,000 - $110,000 annually.Comprehensive health, dental benefits effective on your first day of employment.Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage.Life and Accidental Death & Disbursement (AD&D) insurance.Company Pension Plan eligibility after 90 days of employmentQUALIFICATIONS
Mechanical Engineering degree or related field, with experience in HVAC systems.5+ years of experience with HVAC systems (design, operation, or maintenance).Experience in cleanroom or regulated environments preferred (pharma, biotech, semiconductor, etc.)Strong expertise in airflow, filtration, and environmental control strategies.Experience with BMS/SCADA systems (e.G., Siemens)Proven ability to review engineering drawings and challenge design decisionsHands-on experience with troubleshooting and root cause analysisRESPONSIBILITIES
Review and approve HVAC system designs, calculations, and drawings from external engineering consultantsEnsure compliance with
ISO cleanroom standards, GMP, and ASHRAE guidelinesEvaluate airflow, pressure cascades, temperature, and humidity control strategiesSupport commissioning, qualification, and validation activitiesAct as the primary interface between internal teams and external engineering partnersReview technical submittals, design changes, and deviationsSupport installation, commissioning, and handover of systemsEnsure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and compliantSupport facility upgrades, expansions, and infrastructure projectsCoordinate permits, inspections, and regulatory approvalsDevelop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programsEnsure compliance with
GMP, ISO, safety, and environmental regulationsThis posting is for an existing vacancy. Pillar5 Pharma does not use AI at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.Pillar5 Pharma is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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