Mechanical And Materials Handling Engineer (Intermediate)

Date: June 6, 2023

Responsibilities And Duties

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

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

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
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing an asset
• Familiarity with CFIA and HACCP requirements
• Experience in the design of sanitary process systems including piping, vessels and CIP systems and asset

Preferred Qualifications

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

Travel is expected for this position.