Project Engineer (CEP)

Boccard; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Boccard Life Sciences, an international industrial integrator, seeks a Project Engineer (CPI) to develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes for clients in Food, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics and Brewing sectors. You will manage projects from P&ID to commissioning, create bid packages, and ensure compliance with GMP, quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidate has a BS in related fields and 2–3 years of experience, strong MS Office skills, field readiness, and ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Food Processing, Agricultural, Biological, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with 2–3 years of experience or CEP.

Responsibilities

• Complete engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements.
• Establish equipment list from validated P&ID.
• Perform calculations and sizing for projects in Food, Dairy, Beverage, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical or Brewery markets.
• Develop specifications and assist RFQ processes for supplier evaluation.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on bid packages and contractor alignment.
• Provide coordination between contractors onsite and client representatives (safety, construction, production).
• Oversee contractor compliance with contract scope and quality standards, and drive corrective actions.

Skills

MS Suite

Data entry

Independent worker

Field work

Heat and mass balances

Pump sizing

Communication

Organization

Education

BSc in Food Processing, Agricultural, Biological, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

P&ID

Job description

Boccard Life Sciences, industrial integrator located in 35 countries, designs, manufactures, assembles, and installs process solutions for its customers worldwide in the Food & Ingredients, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, and Brewing Industries.

The Project Engineer (CPI) is responsible for developing and implementing optimal and cost-effective manufacturing processes and facilities in accordance with customer specifications, good manufacturing practices, quality, safety, and hygiene standards, as well as applicable regulations.

Position Functions

• Complete engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements.
• Establish equipment list from validated P&ID
• Perform standard technical calculations and sizing for a complete project or an area of a liquid processing project in Food, Dairy, Beverage, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical or Brewery markets
• Develop associated specifications and help in conducting RFQ process: offer analysis and technical comparison of offers to help final decision on supplier choice
• Manage PO requisition and supports supply chain in supplier follow up
• Support Project Managers, Site Managers and Engineering Manager in all the design review (P&ID, drawing, 3D)
• Manage and perform material control at reception
• Work to complete projects within budget, specifications and scheduling restraints
• Prepare technical bid packages for mechanical installation of process equipment, platforms, pipe racks, piping and other industrial components based on the scope of the projects, the drawings generated by the Design Office, the project schedule, internal guidelines and best practices, customer standards and specifications, building and plumbing codes, OSHA regulations and other site-specific conditions.
• In collaboration with the Supply Chain Manager and the Project Manager, distributes the bid packages to qualified contractors and performs technical alignment of the proposals received.
• Make recommendations regarding the selection of contractors and bid award.
• Provide coordination between contractors onsite and customer representatives (i.e., safety manager, construction manager, production).
• Oversee contractor compliance with the contractual scope and defined quality standards, issue non-conformance reports as required, and ensure the effective implementation of agreed corrective action plans.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Food Processing, Agricultural, Biological, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with a minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience or CEP.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS suite and other data entry software
• Versatility and strong willingness to learn and accomplish more than assigned tasks
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks without constant supervision
• Strong interest in technical tasks and willingness to go out into the field
• Ability to perform heat and mass balances, calculate/verify pump and piping sizing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills

This position requires proficiency in both French and English, as the nature of the duties involve regular communication with clients across Canada and the United States. The requirement for English is essential to perform these responsibilities effectively.