Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Participate in client needs analysis and project definition
• Lead all project phases and deliver the agreed scope, timelines and budget
• Design of plant utilities, such as:
  • HVAC
  • Plumbing systems (drainage, water distribution, emergency shower, etc.)
  • Compressed air systems
  • Boiler, steam & condensate and heating medium systems
  • Chiller and cooling medium systems
• Prepare drawings and specifications
• Evaluate and select equipment, technologies and suppliers
• Partner with cross functional team members
• Supervise equipment installation, start-up and qualification
• Visit project sites for information and project related activities

Key requirements:

• Excellent skills in technical support, troubleshooting and AutoCAD
• Experience in consulting engineering is an asset
• Experience in Process Engineering for light industrial, food and beverage or pharmaceutical facilities is an asset
• Experience in designing plant utilities for light industrial, food and beverage or pharmaceutical facilities
• Solid knowledge of ASME, NFPA and other applicable local standards
• Knowledge in pipe stress analysis and process piping design is an asset
• Able to travel to client sites in the USA, when required

Skills and Competencies / Preferred Qualifications:

• PE designation or eligibility for professional registration will be considered an asset;
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements;
• Pursuit of excellence
• 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;
• Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performance;
• Flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as needed.

Come join a company that is currently expanding across multiple geographic setups in North America – both Canada and the US. Laporte offers a competitive salary and benefits and an environment that promotes accountability and professional growth. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Required education: Bachelor’s

Required experience: Mechanical Engineering: 3 years