Project Engineer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Health and dental benefits

GRRSP with company matching

Discount programs

Job summary

Wonderbrands is seeking a Project Engineer – Capital Projects to join the Engineering team in the Greater Toronto Area. You will manage a portfolio of capital initiatives across multiple bakery facilities, guiding projects from scope through commissioning and handover.

This role requires coordinating with contractors, equipment suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, safe, and compliant execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil)
• 3–4+ years of engineering and capital project experience
• PMP or other recognized project management certification
• Willingness to travel periodically to bakery locations across Canada
• Experience with production-line installations, plant expansions, and utility projects

Responsibilities

• Capital Project Management: lead and support multiple capital projects across bakery facilities in Canada.
• Growth & Expansion Projects: support bakery expansions, new lines, new equipment, and facility upgrades.
• Infrastructure & Engineering Projects: oversee electrical, HVAC, utilities, and building infrastructure initiatives.
• Project Execution: coordinate engineers, contractors, and suppliers; ensure safety and compliance; handover assets to operations

Skills

Capital project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Multi-project leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Engineering software

Job description

Introduction

Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

We are seeking a Project Engineer – Capital Projectsto join our Engineering team in the Greater Toronto Area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking to build a career in capital project management, engineering, and manufacturing infrastructurewithin a growing multi-site bakery organization.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering a significant annual capital investment program across multiple bakery and manufacturing locations throughout Canada.

Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, you will work on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from plant expansions and production capacity growth to major infrastructure upgrades, new equipment installations, automation, utilities, and facility modernization.
This role will require occasional weekend work and extended hours to support project timelines and business needs.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Tuition reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility/entitlement
• Health and dental benefits
• GRRSP with company matching contribution
• Discount programs that cover almost everything under the sun (restaurants, gyms, shopping, entertainment, etc.)

Responsibilities

Capital Project Management

• Lead and support multiple capital projects across bakery facilities throughout Canada.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, business cases, and execution strategies.
• Manage projects through all phases, including:
• Concept development
• Feasibility and business case
• Engineering and design
• Procurement
• Construction and installation
• Commissioning and start-up
• Project closeout and handover
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and change orders.
• Provide regular project status updates to the Director of Engineering and key stakeholders.

Growth & Expansion Projects

Support the company’s growth strategy through projects such as:

• Bakery expansions and production capacity increases.
• New production lines and manufacturing equipment.
• New or expanded processing and packaging areas.
• Facility expansions and building modifications.
• Warehouse and distribution infrastructure.
• New production capabilities and product introductions.

Infrastructure & Engineering Projects

Lead or support projects involving:

• Electrical distribution and power systems.
• HVAC and refrigeration.
• Compressed air.
• Steam and hot water systems.
• Process water and wastewater.
• Natural gas and other utilities.
• Building infrastructure.
• Fire protection systems.
• Plant reliability and infrastructure improvements.

Project Execution

• Coordinate engineering consultants, contractors, equipment suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and review equipment specifications, layouts, drawings, quotations, and technical documentation.
• Manage contractors during construction and installation activities.
• Coordinate shutdowns and construction activities to minimize disruption to production.
• Ensure projects are executed safely and in accordance with company standards and applicable Canadian codes and regulations.
• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, start-up, and operational handover.
• Work closely with Operations and Maintenance to ensure new assets are safe, reliable, maintainable, and fit for purpose.
• Identify and resolve technical and construction issues during project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree inMechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–4+ years of engineering and capital project experience, preferable in food manufacturing, bakery, pharma, CPG, or a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or managingcapital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Practical knowledge of industrial facilities, manufacturing equipment, utilities, and construction.
• Experience working with contractors, engineering consultants, equipment manufacturers, and suppliers.
• Strong project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel periodically to bakery locations across Canada.
• PMP or other recognized project management certification.
• Experience inbakery, food processing, CPG, or manufacturing.
• Experience with production-line installations, plant expansions, infrastructure upgrades, and utility projects.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other engineering/design software.
• Familiarity with applicableOBC/NBC, CSA, NFPA, TSSA, HACCP/GFSI, and other regulatory requirements.
• Experience with equipment commissioning and manufacturing start-ups.

FGF GROUP COMPETENCIES

Adaptive Intelligence – Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.

• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth
• Applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
• Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.

Collaborative Intelligence – Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.

• Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.

Entrepreneurial Intelligence - Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.

• Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
• Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

Disclaimer: the above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization. We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149.