Agilent

Instrumentation Technician

Canada · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerAgilent
  • LocationCanada
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

Job Description

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale production for microbial fermentation, synthetic small molecules production, including ADC, HPAPI, plasmid DNA, mRNA, LNP and sterile filling capabilities. With over 650 employees at both the Windsor, NS and Charlottetown, PEI sites, BIOVECTRA supports over 100 clients, including over 20 top pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing companies.

BIOVECTRA joined Agilent in 2024 and is part of Agilent’s Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships Division (AMPD), which also contains Agilent’s Nucleic Acid Solutions Division. With BIOVECTRA, Agilent aims to align advanced manufacturing capabilities, expertise, and resources to foster greater innovation and operational excellence. Within AMPD, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to revolutionizing advanced manufacturing, making a significant impact in the industry and, most importantly, improving patient care through the manufacture of better therapeutics.

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Position Summary

The Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process instrumentation and control systems used in manufacturing operations. This position ensures the reliable operation of equipment used to monitor and control critical process variables including temperature, pressure, flow, level, pH, conductivity, weight, and other process parameters. The technician works closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance personnel to support safe, compliant, and efficient plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect, test, calibrate, maintain, and repair process instrumentation and control systems.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and instrumentation-related equipment failures.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability.
  • Install, commission, and validate new instrumentation and control equipment.
  • Calibrate transmitters, sensors, analyzers, load cells, control valves, and related devices.
  • Support PLC, HMI, SCADA, and distributed control system (DCS) troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Review and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, instrument loop drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Investigate process alarms, control system issues, and equipment malfunctions.
  • Complete maintenance documentation, calibration records, and work orders accurately and on time.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, environmental, and company requirements.
  • Participate in plant shutdowns, startups, commissioning activities, and capital projects.
  • Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
  • Work collaboratively with operations, engineering, quality assurance, and other maintenance trades.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Diploma in Instrumentation Technician, or a related field.
  • 2+ years related experience.
  • Minimum of 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Instrumentation Technician Red Seal Certification considered an asset.
  • Instrumentation Technician Red Seal Certification considered an asset.
  • Experience with industrial process instrumentation and control systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills involving instrumentation, electrical systems, PLCs, and automation equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
  • Proficiency with calibration equipment and maintenance software (CMMS).
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in a Manufacturing Environment.

Technical Skills

  • Process Instrumentation (Pressure, Temperature, Flow, Level, pH, Conductivity, Weight, Speed.)
  • Calibration and Loop Checking
  • Control Valves and Actuators
  • PLC and HMI Systems
  • SCADA and DCS Platforms
  • Industrial Networking and Communications
  • Electrical and Pneumatic Systems
  • Root Cause Analysis and Reliability Practices
  • Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Programs
  • GMP Documentation and Compliance

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Instrumentation Technician, or a related field.
  • 2+ years related experience.
  • Minimum of 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Instrumentation Technician Red Seal Certification considered an asset.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $24.43 - $42.74/hr CAD plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:

Occasional

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Manufacturing

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