Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems

About LAPORTE

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm with 25 years of experience specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech, and industrial plant processes. The company operates 25 offices across North America and Europe, employing over 480 dedicated engineering professionals. LAPORTE fosters a stimulating work environment that encourages autonomy, team collaboration, and continuous professional growth while supporting work-life balance and creativity.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Building Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience to join our Edmonton, Alberta office. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing mechanical building systems and mentoring junior engineers and designers. This role will involve working on complex projects within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food sectors.

Responsibilities

• Create conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs, drawings, and specifications for various systems including HVAC, dust collection, chilled and heating water systems, steam, compressed air, controls, and plumbing.
• Design and detail building mechanical systems ensuring compliance with energy efficiency standards.
• Conduct engineering studies, schematic designs, and analyze existing system operations.
• Perform site surveys, improve existing installations, and devise new solutions considering the existing infrastructure.
• Estimate construction budgets for mechanical systems installations.
• Participate in site supervision and support construction activities.
• Manage MEP projects by breaking down requirements, collaborating with project managers on scope, budget, and staffing.
• Develop strong client relationships to thoroughly understand their requirements.
• Ensure high technical quality in deliverables and coordinate interdisciplinary project inputs.
• Contribute to the training, mentoring, and development of the mechanical engineering team.
• Manage and quality review project deliverables and execution.
• Define scope of work for mechanical and utility designs after client consulting and preliminary evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Current professional engineering registration (P.Eng) with EGBC, APEGA, or APEGS.
• Consulting engineering experience in food and beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries is advantageous.
• At least 5 years of design engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with HVAC systems design and central utilities such as steam, chilled water, and compressed air systems.
• Experience designing material handling and dust collection systems is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and Revit software.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and industry benchmarks.
• Comprehensive health and wellness plans including medical, dental, vision, and childcare coverage from the first day.
• Employer-supported retirement plan with 4% RRSP contributions.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of two days in the office per week.
• Support for professional development, including coverage for professional licensing fees.
• Opportunities for career growth through mentorship, training, and interdisciplinary exposure.
• Work-life balance benefits including 3 weeks’ regular vacation, 1 additional paid week during Christmas, and 1 week of personal/sick leave.
• Inclusive, diverse workplace culture emphasizing equity and flexibility.
• Engaging team-building and social activities such as lunch & learns, retreats, outdoor events, and workshops.
• Additional perks such as public transportation and telephone expense reimbursements.

Application

We invite qualified candidates to submit their applications and look forward to welcoming new talent to our LAPORTE team in Edmonton.