Mechanical Engineer (Industrial Plants)

About the Company

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering organization focused on pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotechnology, and industrial plant process projects. The firm has been operating for 25 years, with 25 offices distributed across North America and Europe and a team of more than 480 people dedicated to engineering work.

The company promotes an environment built around independence, teamwork, and ongoing professional development. It also emphasizes flexibility, work-life balance, efficiency, and creative thinking in day-to-day operations.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer based in Toronto, Ontario, you will contribute to industrial and building-focused engineering assignments from early concept through completion. The role involves technical design, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, site involvement, and support throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to identifying client needs and defining project scope.
• Examine client-provided specifications and technical requirements.
• Prepare mechanical designs for building systems and utility systems.
• Create conceptual, preliminary, and detailed layouts, drawings, and specifications.
• Draft technical studies and analytical reports to back up design submissions.
• Check shop drawings for compliance and help develop engineering standards.
• Visit project locations and carry out site surveys as needed.
• Support construction oversight and perform document as well as field reviews.
• Coordinate project deliverables and help manage execution.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across offices in North America.
• Stay current with applicable local codes, standards, and industry practices.
• Maintain internal reference standards and best-practice documentation.
• Support constructive collaboration with clients and consultants from other disciplines.

Requirements

• 6 to 12 years of experience in building HVAC, plumbing and drainage, refrigeration, steam, chilled water, hot water, and fire protection systems design, or in some of these areas.
• PEO registration is considered an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is required.
• Experience in industrial plant engineering or consulting engineering for pharmaceutical and/or food and beverage projects is an asset.
• Background in leading design work or on-site construction/commissioning assignments is preferred.
• Solid understanding of industry, regulatory, local, provincial, and national standards and design criteria.
• Ability to apply standard engineering methods and techniques confidently.
• Willingness to travel to client locations when needed.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Experience with Revit MEP is an added advantage.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical capability and ability to work across functions with different teams.

Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with experience and market standards.
• Group health coverage starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, and childcare support.
• Employer RRSP contribution of 4%.
• Hybrid work arrangement with at least 2 days per week in the office.
• Company-paid professional fees and reimbursements for memberships such as APEGA, APEGS, and EGBC.
• Mentorship, training, and cross-department advancement opportunities.
• Vacation entitlement of 3 weeks, plus 1 paid week during the Christmas period and 1 week of personal/sick leave.
• Inclusive workplace culture that supports equity, flexibility, work-life balance, and efficiency.
• Team-building activities such as Lunch & Learn sessions, retreats, outdoor activities, family gatherings, and workshops.
• Public transportation reimbursement and phone reimbursement.

Additional Information

The company describes itself as an employer that values its people and offers a stimulating setting where autonomy and collaboration are encouraged. The opportunity is suited to someone looking to contribute to complex engineering work in industrial plant environments.