Mechanical Engineer (Capital Projects & Manufacturing) at Island Abbey Nutritionals

REPORTS TO: Engineering / Manufacturing Leadership

SALARY: $85,000 – $100,000 base salary

TERMS: Permanent, Full-Time

LOCATION: Charlottetown, PEI

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead capital projects while supporting ongoing manufacturing operations. This role will play a key part in facility expansion, equipment implementation, and driving production efficiency across the plant.

The successful candidate will also provide guidance and oversight to a junior Process Engineer and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Projects & Engineering Leadership

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects including facility upgrades, equipment installation, and process improvements
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Review and approve engineering drawings, layouts, P&IDs, and equipment specifications
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout project lifecycle

Manufacturing & Process Optimization

• Support day-to-day production by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Support new product introduction and scale-up activities

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to a junior Process Engineer
• Partner closely with Production, QA/QC, Maintenance, and R&D teams
• Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused engineering culture

Compliance, Validation & Documentation

• Ensure all engineering activities align with GMP and applicable regulatory standards
• Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment and processes
• Maintain accurate documentation including SOPs, change controls, and engineering reports

Health, Safety & Risk Management

• Promote and support a safe working environment
• Participate in risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience leading or supporting capital projects
• Experience in regulated environments (food, pharmaceutical, or natural health products) is considered an asset

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Experience with AutoCAD, project management tools, and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of GMP and validation practices is an asset
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

What Success Looks Like

• Capital projects delivered on time and within budget
• Improved production efficiency and reduced downtime
• Strong collaboration across teams
• Effective mentorship and development of junior engineering staff

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a scaling organization