Mechanical Field Engineer

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes, which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

Discover an employer who takes care of its greatest asset: its employees!

Mechanical Field Engineer - Niagara, ON

Join our innovative team as a Mechanical Engineer, where you'll work in dynamic projects in engineering, ensuring success from concept to completion.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Daily on-site presence at client’s construction site.
• Utilities and mechanical installation and design reviews
• Review Client Specifications
• Coordination with contractors and other on-site stakeholders
• Review shop drawings for compliance & participate in development of engineering standards.
• Maintain detailed understanding of local codes and standards applicable to industry and projects
• Visit and survey project sites for project related activities.
• Provide construction supervision, conduct document and field reviews
• Support positive client and other disciplines consultant interactions
• Manage deliverables and project execution.
• In the future:
  • Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary design teams located in offices across North America
  • Provide mentorship to junior technical personnel.
  • Develop conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs, drawings and specifications.
  • Write technical reports and analysis to support design submissions.
  • Maintain a reference set of standards and in-house best practices.

Key Requirements:

• Current registration with PEO as a P.Eng.
• 6+ Years of Experience in building HVAC, Plumbing & Drainage, Utilities systems, as well as fire protection system design.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD & Revit is an asset.
• Experience in consulting engineering in the industrial industry is an asset.
• Good knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria.
• Proficiency in a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques.
• Flexibility to travel to client site is required.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Be a team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of local, Provincial and National regulations and standards.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for career development.
• An environment that promotes accountability and efficiency.
• A flexible schedule that allows for a balanced life.
• Social activities.
• 3 weeks of vacation from your first day.
• Competitive salary and benefits (public transportation reimbursement, training, etc.)
• A stimulating and non-conformist work environment that leaves room for a balanced life and encourages efficiency on a daily basis.
• Relocation support can be negotiated.

Laporte is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities.  Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

This is an on-site opportunity based out of Niagara. Travel is expected for this position.

Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!

The LAPORTE team