Laporte Engineering specializes in the supply of process, building and utilities design services to the agri-food, beverage, biotech and pharmaceutical industries. With the head office in Montreal, Laporte operates in various regions across the globe. The firm has experienced over 20% average growth over the past four years and continued aggressive growth is planned.

For more information, visit our website: www.laporteconsultants.com

Laporte Engineering Inc. is looking to fill the following position. Qualified applicants in Calgary, Saskatchewan, Winnipeg and Burnaby are welcome to apply.

Agri-food Materials Handling - Calgary, AB.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the engineer will be responsible to support and lead the process engineering requirements for client projects.

• Participate in client needs and project definition;
• Review Client Specifications;
• 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 standards of quality and define project risks;
• Conduct work in accordance with Laporte Professional Practice Management Plan and guidelines;
• Write technical reports and analysis to support design submissions;
• Review shop drawings for compliance & participate in development of engineering standards;
• Obtain proposals from and follow-up with suppliers and contractors;
• Visit and survey project sites for project related activities;
• Management of deliverables and project execution (estimated 50% of workload);
• Process, utilities and mechanical designs (estimated 50% of workload);
• Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary design teams located in offices across North America;
• Chair project team meetings;
• Maintain detailed understanding of local codes and standards applicable to industry and projects;
• Maintain a reference set of standards and in-house best practices;
• Suggest, contribute and champion initiatives to improve the firm’s operations and procedures;
• Support positive client and other discipline consultant interactions;
• Pursue opportunities for business development and future growth of the organization across various regions.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related fields;
• 3-10 years of progressive experience in the area of process design for the Agrifood industry;
• Experience in the design of fluid and bulk materials handling processes including preparation of process flow diagrams, heat and material balances and P&IDs;
• Experience in the design of sanitary process systems including piping, vessels and CIP systems and asset;
• Familiarity with CFIA and HACCP requirements;
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing an asset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Provincial (P.Eng) or State (PE) designation or eligibility;
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements;
• Strong leadership, relationship management, and organizational planning and project management skills, in addition to technical knowledge;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results;
• Knowledge of post-implementation continuous improvement efforts and methodology;
• Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting "best practices" in the engineering field;
• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal with the ability to transfer knowledge to others;
• Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performance;
• Versatility in disciplines other than the one academically trained for is highly desired;
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite, Autocad, Revit;
• Flexibility to travel to manufacturing sites as needed.

Travel is expected for this position (20% travel and 80% office work).

The Laporte team offers, in addition to a competitive salary and benefits, a refreshing alternative that deals with projects in such a way as to create a work environment that promotes communication, knowledge transfer, transparency, understanding and respect of the various stakeholders.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Commuter benefits
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

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