Project Specialist / Project Engineer

SAGE Engineering Services Ltd.; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Project Specialist / Project Engineer to support vital pharmaceutical projects. The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, a minimum of 3-5 years of experience, and proficiency in project direction. Responsibilities include managing project execution, providing technical guidance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role requires 50% travel primarily within North America, offering competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefit plan

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Social Club activities

Education Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of pharmaceutical engineering experience required.
• Experience designing and managing Manual Visual Inspection programs preferred.
• Hands-on experience in designing and validating Semi-Automated and Automated Visual Inspection systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and act as a Subject Matter Expert in technical areas.
• Lead and coordinate project execution to meet deliverables.
• Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.

Skills

Technical direction

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical, chemical, industrial, electrical)

P.Eng. or working towards obtaining license in Ontario

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Join SAGE Engineering Services Ltd. as a PROJECT SPECIALIST / PROJECT ENGINEER!

Be part of projects that matter – supporting the design, qualification, and delivery of life‑changing pharmaceutical advancements.

About Us:

Since 2000, SAGE has steadily grown to serve medium to large organizations across regulated industries in North America and beyond — including pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, medical devices, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and food & beverage. We integrate with our clients' project teams, offering flexible, full‑service engineering solutions through strategic partnerships.

Our Culture:

We’re a people‑first company that values personal growth, collaboration, and continuous learning. We support flexible work models, offer varied work environments (including opportunities to travel). Our team is empowered to shape their careers while contributing to impactful life sciences and pharmaceutical projects. At SAGE, shared success, technical excellence, and a supportive, inclusive environment define how we work.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage and act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in technical areas (e.g., Process, Packaging, and Facility Engineering)
• Provide technical and project direction to project teams and support managers and engineers
• Lead and coordinate project execution to meet deliverables
• Communicate technical status updates to clients and stakeholders
• Create and review engineering drawings, specifications, and test documents
• Execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities
• Troubleshoot technical issues and evaluate and manage design changes
• Prepare calculations, reports, and project documentation
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and client meetings
• Mentor junior staff and support multiple projects concurrently
• Ensure compliance with client and company standards
• 50% Travel required based on project location (mostly within North America and limited international travel required)

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree (mechanical, chemical, industrial, electrical)
• P.Eng. or working towards obtaining license in Ontario (P.Eng. required for Project Engineer role)
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ pharmaceutical engineering experience
• Experience designing and managing Manual Visual Inspection (MVI) programs is preferred.
• Experience in performing Knapp Studies (or probabilistic detection studies) to calculate Reject Zone Efficiency and False Reject Rates is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience in the design, User Requirement Specification (URS), and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) of Semi‑Automated (SAVI) and Automated Visual Inspection (AVI) systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, such as the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deep Learning models is preferred.
• Skilled in writing Engineering lifecycle documentation
• Confident and experienced in leading technical meetings and presentations
• Strong attention to detail, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Proficient with computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project
• Team player and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Certain projects within this role require successful completion of a vision assessment (20/20 near vision, corrected or uncorrected) and a colour‑perception test. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and applicable Canadian human rights legislation.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Career development and training opportunities
• In and out of office work environments when feasible
• Work life balance
• Lunch and Learn sessions
• Social Club and social company events
• Professional association memberships
• Education Assistance Program
• Opportunity to participate in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
• Robust onboarding with mentorship
• Quarterly Town Hall meetings

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, SAGE Engineering Services Ltd. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.