Junior Refrigeration Engineer/EIT

LAPORTE; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

LAPORTE in Canada is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer with 1 to 2 years of experience to design, analyze, and implement refrigeration systems for food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotech projects. Hybrid role across Canada offices.

Reporting to the Lead Engineer, you will design refrigeration plants, perform CAD drafting, and contribute to safety analyses and SOP development while coordinating with clients and team members.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• Must be a member of a Canadian provincial Engineering Association (P.Eng or EIT)
• 1–2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration design & analysis
• Familiarity with ammonia/CO2 refrigeration systems
• Strong communication and collaborative skills
• Proficient with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit) and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design and analysis of refrigeration plants and systems
• Perform CAD drafting of refrigeration schematics and layouts in AutoCAD
• Supervise and draft in Revit and Plant3D
• Conduct safety/code compliance audits
• Develop refrigeration SOPs and HAZOPs
• Conduct site inspections of refrigeration systems
• Prepare specifications, proposals, reports and documents
• Organize and maintain project records
• Support and build client relationships
• Collaborate with internal/external teams for project success

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel internationally

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Professional licensure (P.Eng or EIT)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Plant3D

P&ID software

Job description

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm providing high-value engineering services to the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, industrial biotechnology, and industrial manufacturing sectors, with 30 offices across North America and Europe and more than 520 dedicated employees. We are an independent company wholly owned by 45 of our principal engineers.

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!

Canada

LAPORTE is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer with 1 to 2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration system design and analysis.

This hybrid position is available in all of our office locations in Canada.

Reporting to the Lead Engineer, our Refrigeration Engineer will contribute to the design, analysis, and implementation of refrigeration systems for food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotech process systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the design and analysis of refrigeration plants and systems;
• Perform CAD drafting of refrigeration system schematics and layouts in AutoCAD;
• Supervise and perform drafting of refrigeration system schematics and layouts in Revit and/or Plant3D;
• Conduct safety and code compliance audits;
• Participate in developing refrigeration-related SOPs, HAZOPS, and other safety analyses;
• Conduct site inspections of refrigeration systems;
• Write, format, and proofread specifications, proposals, reports, templates, and other documents;
• Organize and maintain project records;
• Provide support and build relationships with new and existing clients;
• Collaborate with internal and external team members to ensure project success.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration system design and analysis;
• Member of a canadian provincial Engineering Association either as P.Eng or EIT
• Familiarity with ammonia and CO2 refrigeration systems;
• Knowledge of refrigeration and piping codes and standards;
• Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or relevant qualifications in a related field;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively;
• Proficiency in technology-driven communication tools;
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Energetic, motivated, and solutions-oriented;
• Ability to travel internationally;
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license;
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, and P&ID software packages (an asset).

Benefits – What We Have to Offer

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. Personal/Sick leave of almost 1 week;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.