Plant Layout Engineer/ Specialist

Food Process Solutions; Richmond; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Process Solutions Corporation is seeking a Plant Layout Engineer/ Specialist to lead the integration of large-scale food processing layouts. You will coordinate CAD standards, Xref management, and 3D layout integration with Navisworks across multiple internal teams and external partners.

The role requires a mechanical/related degree and 5+ years’ experience in industrial layout projects, with strong communication and deadline-driven performance. Travel to project sites may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial plant layout integration or multi-discipline CAD coordination.
• Strong AutoCAD experience with Xref management, CAD standards, and large drawing coordination.
• Experience with Navisworks, 3D coordination, clash review, and model integration preferred.
• P.Eng designation preferred; candidates with equivalent layout engineering experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration and coordination of large industrial equipment and plant layouts for food processing projects.
• Plan, develop, maintain, and manage integrated layout drawings, CAD standards, file structures, and plotting standards.
• Coordinate drawings from multiple internal teams, vendors, customers, and external suppliers.
• Develop and maintain AutoCAD Xref structure, file organization, layer standards, and plotting workflows.
• Support project engineers and managers during layout reviews and project execution.
• Review equipment arrangement, access spacing, maintenance clearance, and installation interfaces.
• Support 3D layout integration workflows using Navisworks and other 3D modelling tools.
• Provide CAD integration standards to designers and external drafting resources.
• Comply with FPS health and safety policies; willingness to travel to customer sites.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Independent working

Coordination

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors in Civil/Construction/Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Autodesk Vault

Job description

Position Summary

This Plant Layout Engineer/ Specialistleads the integration of industrial equipment layouts and multi-disciplinary engineering drawings for large-scale food processing projects. The position combines mechanical engineering knowledge, CAD coordination, and 3D layout integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration and coordination of large industrial equipment and plant layouts for food processing projects.
• Plan, develop, maintain, innovate, and manage integrated layout drawings, CAD standards, file structures, layer properties, plotting standards, and design versions in FPS Autodesk Vault application.
• Coordinate and integrate drawings from multiple internal engineering teams, vendors, customers, consultants, and external equipment suppliers.
• Develop and maintain AutoCAD Xref structure, file organization methods, layer standards, title block standards, plotting setup, and layout integration workflows.
• Support Project Engineers and Engineering Managers during layout reviews, customer discussions, equipment coordination, and project execution.
• Review overall equipment arrangement, access spacing, maintenance clearance, utility coordination, and installation interfaces between different systems.
• Support the development and implementation of 3D layout integration and coordination workflows using Navisworks and other 3D modelling platforms.
• Provide technical guidance and CAD integration standards to designers and external drafting resources.
• Work in compliance with all FPS administrative, health & safety policies and procedures.
• Overseas travel to customer project sites may be required.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification

• Post‑secondary, bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field.
• Strong AutoCAD experience with advanced knowledge in Xref management, CAD standards, layer management, plotting setup, and large drawing package coordination.
• Minimum 5+ years working experience on industrial plant layout integration, construction coordination, or multi‑discipline CAD integration projects.
• Experience with Navisworks, 3D coordination, clash review, and model integration preferred.
• Mechanical equipment knowledge is considered an asset but detailed mechanical equipment design experience is not mandatory.
• Work independent and self‑motivated. Willingness to meet quick deadlines and handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills in working with internal teams, vendors, customers, and external engineering groups.
• Ability to multitask several projects at once, under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Professional Requirement

• P.Eng.designation is preferred; however, candidates with equivalent industrial layout engineering experience will also be considered.
• Candidates holding a P.Eng. designation will be appointed as Plant Layout Engineers, while candidates without a P.Eng. designation will be appointed as Plant Layout Specialists, based on their qualifications and experience.

Functional Qualification

• Layout Integration – AutoCAD, Xref Management, CAD Standards, Layer Management, Industrial Plant Layout Integration, Navisworks, 3D Coordination, Multi‑Discipline Drawing Integration, Construction Coordination

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank you for your interest in the position. Only those candidates who match the requirements and are eligible to work in Canada will be contacted / shortlisted.