Commissioning Engineer III

Merrick & Company

The Role

Overview

Lead commissioning of life sciences facilities, manage schedules, reports, validation.

Key Responsibilities

  • schedule management
  • issue tracking
  • validation protocols
  • requirement specs
  • commissioning plans
  • field commissioning

Tasks

-Generate MS Project and/or P6 schedules and manage the commissioning process, Generate commissioning issues logs and manage to closure -Development of Validation Master Plans along with development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, including managing the deviations for all types of equipment -Development of URSs, FSs, to support engineering teams design and procure equipment -Generate commissioning plans; write commissioning specifications; develop commissioning installation checklists and functional test procedures; verify and validate commissioned systems controls and equipment; document commissioning process, develop final commissioning report, and develop systems manuals. -Coordinate, perform and oversee detailed field commissioning services for all types of facilities including; laboratories, nuclear spaces, hospitals, production spaces, computer centers, general office facilities, clean rooms.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • revit
  • hvac
  • controls
  • engineering degree
  • security clearance

What You Bring

-Have good organizational and planning skills with the ability to direct a team through the execution of the commissioning process. -Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience coordinating with owners and contractors, as well as the ability to lead project meetings are necessary skills. -Be ambitious and flexible; have a talent for efficiency and process improvement; and have an attitude to succeed. -The ability to obtain a Canadian Level II - SECRET Security Clearance -Have the ability to generate accurate, detailed reports. -Experience with AutoCad and/or Revit. -Have the ability to read and understand building drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and submittals. -PE, CxA, BCxA, LEED AP -5-10 years or more experience in commissioning / validating of other types of high-tech, mission-critical facilities (Pharma, Biotech, Vaccine Manufacturing) -Ability to write SOPs for the operation and maintenance of specialized systems and equipment. (Autoclaves, MSCs, Fume hoods) experience with decontamination, -10-15 years or more experience in the commissioning of bio-containment laboratory facilities (CL2, CL3, CL3 Animal, CL-4), including HVAC (air and hydronic), controls, plumbing, laboratory equipment, fire protection, security, and/or electrical systems. -Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point). -Be a Self-starter and independently motivated individual. Must be able to work as a member of a close team and be able to work independently as necessary. -Experience with HVAC controls systems and protocols (e.g. JCI, Siemens, ALC, BACnet, Modbus, etc) -An understanding of GAMP, CFRs, CBSGs, BMBL are an asset. -Accredited 4 Year Engineering degree. -5-10 years or more experience in the design of HVAC (air and hydronic), controls, plumbing, laboratory equipment, fire protection, security, and/or electrical systems for bio-containment laboratory facilities OR -Have knowledge of controls systems and control sequences. -Reside in the Ottawa area -Client projects for this position require Canadian citizenship. -Frequent travel to project/client locations with possible international travel (UK / Europe). -Full understanding on the validation process, including

Benefits

-Annual performance reviews and merit increases. -Professional Training and Development. -Robust Employee Referral Program. -Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes; RRSP, and unique work-life benefits. -Peer Mentor Program. -We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training and coaching programs and are rewarded for their achievements through excellent benefits and competitive salaries. -Employee Recognition Awards.

The Company

About Merrick & Company

-Delivers full-service solutions—from planning and design to construction support—in engineering, architecture, surveying and geospatial disciplines. -Specializes in large, complex projects across sectors like energy, national security, infrastructure, life sciences and manufacturing. -Typical engagements include biocontainment labs, renewable energy facilities, transportation mapping, high-tech manufacturing plants and military installations. -Driven by a narrative of solving unique problems with the right blend of tried-and-true methods and innovative techniques. -Unusual fact: built Panama’s Gorgas Institute biocontainment campus combining technical sophistication with environmental sensitivity. -Headquartered in Colorado, it has expanded to 20 offices across the US, Canada, Mexico and the UK and serves projects on all seven continents.

Sector Specialisms

National Security

Infrastructure

Energy

Life Sciences

Manufacturing & Bioprocessing

Transportation

Land Development

Water

Bioprocessing/Biofuels Plants

Biocontainment Laboratories

Military Facilities

Government Facilities

Sustainable Infrastructure

Refineries

Nuclear Technology Systems

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Plumbing Design

Instrumentation & Controls

Piping Design

Process Engineering

Commissioning

Fire Protection

Material Handling Design

Communications Systems

Security Systems

Alarm Systems

Security Clearance

-must obtain canadian level ii - secret security clearance