MEP Designer

LAPORTE; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Arrangements

Professional Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Team-Building Activities

Public transport and telephone Reimb.

Job summary

LAPORTE is seeking a skilled MEP Designer for its Toronto, ON office. This role focuses on developing comprehensive MEP design concepts (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and producing 2D/3D models using AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration with the building design and project requirements. The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of MEP design experience, strong knowledge of HVAC/electrical/plumbing systems, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing engineering or a related field.
• 6-8 years’ experience in MEP design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing system design.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive MEP design concepts, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, tailored project requirements and client specifications
• Use design software (such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools) to produce 2D and 3D models, schematics, and construction drawings
• Work with architects, structural engineers, and other design professionals to ensure seamless integration of MEP systems with the overall building design
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to gather necessary information and materials for MEP installations
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and provide technical guidance to resolve design conflicts or issues
• Review contractor drawings and installation methods to ensure compliance with design plans

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

HVAC design

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm offering a high value-added engineering services to pharmaceutical, agri-food, industrial and industrial biotech factories. The company now has 30 agencies across North America and Europe, and has more than 500 passionate engineering employees.

MEP Designer ,Toronto, ON

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive MEP design concepts, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, tailored project requirements and client specifications
• Use design software (such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools) to produce 2D and 3D models, schematics, and construction drawings
• Work with architects, structural engineers, and other design professionals to ensure seamless integration of MEP systems with the overall building design
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to gather necessary information and materials for MEP installations
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and provide technical guidance to resolve design conflicts or issues
• Review contractor drawings and installation methods to ensure compliance with design plans

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Engineering or a related field
• 6-8 years’ experience in MEP design
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing system design.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
• Experience in consulting engineering in the pharmaceutical or food and beverage industries 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, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) 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. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
• 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

The LAPORTE team