Controls Engineer

Bora Pharmaceuticals Services Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off & flexible work

Job summary

Bora Bora Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Senior Automation/Controls Engineer to champion equipment automation and contribute to strategic projects across production and packaging operations. The role focuses on electrical/controls design, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a GMP environment.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage control system installations, and ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. Engineering in a related field (Chemical, Controls, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, etc.).
• Current P. Eng. status (or eligible).
• Minimum 3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing/packaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line engineering technical and troubleshooting support for automation/control issues.
• Develop strategic technical plans with customers to meet forecasted needs.
• Lead equipment automation improvements and project execution on site.
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet project goals and timelines.
• Design, specify, procure, install, and qualify site control systems.
• Ensure EH&S awareness throughout project stages.
• Select and manage consultants, contractors, suppliers.
• Support CAPA investigations and root-cause analyses.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.Sc. Engineering

Tools

Modicon

Allen Bradley

Visual Basic

Job description

About Bora Bora Pharmaceuticals

About Bora Bora Pharmaceuticals is a premier international contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in formulation development, clinical and commercial manufacturing, and packaging of complex oral solid dose, liquid, semi-solid, biologics, and sterile injectable pharmaceutical products. From our world‑class sites in North America and Asia, we deliver drug products with unparalleled quality to more than 100 markets around the world. Bora’s teams, technologies, and facilities work seamlessly together to enable our clients to deliver much‑needed therapeutics to patients worldwide. At Bora Pharmaceuticals, we see it as our mission, our duty, and our responsibility, to make our success and our customer’s success more certain.

This is a permanent fulltime position. This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs. This posting is for an existing and currently open position.

General Description

Champions equipment automation initiatives to achieve strategic goals, support production, and new supply mandates. Supports equipment compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first line of engineering technical and troubleshooting support to resolve automation and control system issues.
• Develop strategic technical plans in collaboration with Customer to meet the forecasted business need .
• Develop and implement equipment automation improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams to establish and meet project plan goals.
• Design, specify (URS/FS/DS), procure, install, commission, qualify (IQ/OQ) and handover of projects for site equipment control systems.
• Ensure Environmental, Health & Safety awareness through all project stages.
• Select and manage professional consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Support deviation investigations by acting as the Engineering Subject Matter Expert for CAPA development and Root Cause Analyses; manage completion of Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs).
• Develop and author site automation procedures, standards, and Equipment Validation Reports.
• Maintain computer system configuration records (e.g. version control, backups, user access control lists).
• Participate in site change control procedures as change owner, technical reviewer, or task owner.
• Lead controls projects on site with focus on data integrity and controls obsolescence initiatives/mandates, and support serialization where required.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 3-5 years of Engineering experience in the manufacturing and packaging industry.
• Current P. Eng. status (or equivalent) or eligible.
• Expert and extensive technical knowledge in electrical and controls design (hardware and software); specific programming fluency, as required (i.e. Modicon, Allen Bradley, Visual Basic etc.).
• Excellence in design, troubleshooting and optimization of the electrical and computer control systems for manufacturing, packaging, and facility equipment.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable legislation, Good Engineering Practices, and current GMPs.
• Good project management skills and ability to handle multiple complex projects, with cross functional teams and independently.
• Sound analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, negotiation, organization and influencing skills.
• Excellent technical communication skills.

Education Required

B.Sc. Engineering - Various specialties (Chemical, Controls, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, etc.).

Working Conditions

Must be flexible for occasional after hours and weekend support.

Additional Information

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be notified when they are no longer under consideration or once the vacancy is closed. Updates regarding application status may be communicated via email or through the online applicant profile, where applicable. As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.

Compensation Range

$81,240 - $101,550

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources

Company Culture & Values

At Bora, our values guide everything we do — from how we solve challenges to how we support our people.

We lead with a solutions-first mindset, strive to do the right thing, stay proactive, and above all, respect everyone.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute and grow.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, or if you’d like to learn more about our accessibility policies, please contact us at [e-mail].

Bora Pharmaceuticals is focused on developing and manufacturing branded, generic and over the counter (OTC) healthcare and pharmaceutical products for patients around the globe. At Bora Pharmaceuticals, we see it as our mission and our duty to make our mutual success more certain.