LAPORTE L.E.I.

LAPORTE L.E.I.

Food Process Engineer

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 23 days ago
Business DevelopmentAutoCADMechanical DesignCollaborationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeRevitHACCPLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes, which has been in business for 25 years.
  • Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.
  • We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all project phases and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, defined scope, timelines, and budget;
  • Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs, drawings, and specifications;
  • Review engineering deliverables, maintain high-quality standards, and define project risks;
  • Write technical reports and analyses to support design submissions;
  • Manage deliverables and project execution (estimated 50% of workload);
  • Conduct process, utilities, and mechanical designs (estimated 50% of workload);
  • Maintain a detailed understanding of local codes and standards applicable to the industry and projects;
  • Maintain a reference set of standards and in-house best practices;
  • Support positive client and other discipline consultant interactions;

Requirements

  • BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields;
  • Experience in fluid and bulk materials handling processes, including process flow diagrams, heat and material balances, and P&IDs;
  • Experience designing sanitary process systems, including piping, vessels, and CIP systems;
  • Familiarity with CFIA and HACCP requirements;
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing (an asset);
  • Knowledge of post-implementation continuous improvement efforts and methodology;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and Revit;
  • LAPORTE is seeking a Food Process Engineer with 6 to 10 years of experience in process design for the food, beverage, or biotech industry to join our team in Toronto, Ontario.
  • Provincial (P. Eng) designation or eligibility
  • 6 to 10 years of progressive experience in process design for the food, beverage, or biotech industry
  • Flexibility to travel to manufacturing sites as needed
  • Benefits - What We Have to Offer:
  • Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards
  • Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare)
  • Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%

Compensation

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;

Benefits

  • Public transport and telephone reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);

Company info

  • We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work.
  • A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth.
  • Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
  • A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
  • Work collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary design teams across North America;

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