Process Engineer

AGI - Ag Growth International; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AGI is seeking a Process Engineer to join their Woodbridge, ON team. The role involves designing and implementing projects in the Food and Beverage Industry, focusing on cost-saving initiatives and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant experience in process design. AGI offers competitive salaries and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Employee share plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of process design experience in food or beverage industries.
• Knowledge of CFIA, FDA, and USDA standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Conduct feasibility studies and process designs for new product launches.
• Manage and coordinate with design teams and vendors.

Skills

Technical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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About AGI
Ag Growth International (AGI) is a Canadian-based food infrastructure company with over 3,800 employees and more than 30 global manufacturing brands. AGI provides equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities, including seed, fertilizer, grain, and feed systems, and has an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

Position Title: Process Engineer
Department: Engineering
Division: AGI Food
Location: Woodbridge, ON

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Process Engineer to join our team in Woodbridge, ON. You will work with a team of Process Engineers on designing and implementing projects within the Food and Beverage Industry.

Responsibilities

1. Analyze, design, and implement cost-saving initiatives, including energy and utility audits.
2. Perform feasibility studies and process designs for new product launches, facility upgrades, and process improvements.
3. Apply engineering fundamentals in bulk powder and dry ingredient handling, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
4. Conduct field measurements to determine design requirements.
5. Research and apply relevant codes and regulations.
6. Draft reports with recommendations for process improvements.
7. Identify equipment capabilities, utility and infrastructure needs, and develop Process Flow Diagrams and layout concepts.
8. Manage and coordinate with design teams, engineering disciplines, and vendors.
9. Create control narratives to support process programming per customer specifications.
10. Support contractors in the field and inspect installations to ensure compliance with project designs.
11. Ensure safety standards are maintained during installations.
12. Commission systems through testing and troubleshooting; collaborate with vendor technicians as needed.
13. Engage in continuous professional development through engineering courses.
14. Develop and update project requirements and specifications.
15. Assist in preparing bills of materials.
16. Conduct client site visits and prepare reports or updates.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
2. 3+ years of process design experience in the beverage, dairy, food, or pet food industries.
3. Strong technical skills.
4. Adherence to Engineering Best Practices.
5. Knowledge of CFIA, FDA, and USDA food equipment and design standards.
6. Understanding of GMPs, area designations, and clean design requirements in food plants.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
8. Organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
10. Flexibility to work hours, including weekends if necessary.
11. Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to client sites.
12. Valid passport.
13. Professional Engineer designation is an asset.

Why AGI?

We lead in global food supply chain solutions, providing tailored equipment and engineering services worldwide, supported by extensive sales and service teams and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across multiple countries.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are core to our culture. We promote diversity and inclusion, working together to deliver quality products and services globally.

Our Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, benefits, employee share plans, and professional development opportunities to support your growth and work-life balance.

Join AGI to contribute to strengthening the global food supply chain.