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# Electrical Engineer at LAPORTE L.E.I.

- **Company:** LAPORTE L.E.I.
- **Location:** Calgary, Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/englishcanada/jobs/5421247008

## Job description

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm providing high-value engineering services to the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, industrial biotechnology, and industrial manufacturing sectors, with 30 offices across North America and Europe and more than 520 dedicated employees. We are an independent company wholly owned by 45 of our principal engineers.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

Discover an employer who takes care of its greatest asset: its employees!

Electrical Engineer – Calgary, Edmonton or Lethbridge

This is position is available at either of the locations in Alberta

This is an autonomous role for an experienced Electrical Engineer who can take ownership of assigned projects from concept through completion and work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision, while still collaborating closely within a multi-disciplinary design team.

Responsibilities & Duties:

- Independently modelling medium voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems.
- Conduct grounding design and studies.
- Interpreting engineering specifications, independently resolving design and field engineering difficulties, and coordinating work schedules;
- Developing, coordinating and preparing project specifications;
- Conducting technical research related to electrical systems;
- Co-ordinating with equipment manufacturers and suppliers;
- Participating in technical studies and preparing reports;
- Supporting development of construction cost estimates;
- Reviewing shop drawings for conformity with equipment specifications;
- Supporting positive client interactions and business development activities;
- Mentoring junior E.I.T.’s and providing training.
- Working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary design team.
- Taking full ownership of assigned projects, exercising sound independent judgment and managing your own workload with minimal supervision.

Key Requirements:

- BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 7-8 years of relevant experience in consulting.
- Proven ability to work autonomously — managing your own priorities, exercising independent judgment and delivering results with minimal oversight.
- Professional Engineer designation.
- Professional work experience as an Electrical Engineer consultant in the agri-food, pharmaceutical or food and beverage industries. Other industry may be considered depending on skills and experience.
- Strong oral and written communications skills with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to travel to project sites
- Experienced in leading and managing design projects, proposals, on-site commissioning, and/or power system studies in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of local, Provincial and National regulations and standards related to electrical design.
- Good knowledge of electrical utility standards and design criteria.

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, PEO) 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. Personal/Sick leave of almost 1 week;
- 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.

Laporte is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities.  Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

#LI-Hybrid Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!

The LAPORTE team

## About LAPORTE L.E.I.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: LAPORTE L.E.I. is a consulting engineering firm specializing in high-value engineering services for the pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech, and industrial plant process industries.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Self-Owned)
- **Headquarters**: Montréal, Québec, Canada
- **Founded**: 1999
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Engineering Services (Consulting Engineering) for Pharmaceutical, Agrifood, Industrial Biotech, and Industrial Plant Processes.
- **Target Customers**: B2B; large international and local companies in the pharmaceutical, agroalimentary, and biotech sectors.
- **Mission/Purpose**: To develop expertise on a global scale while staying true to fundamental values, putting people first. The company aims to be a preferred partner for clients by developing long-term relationships.

## Products & Services
- **Consulting Engineering Services**: Full-service engineering consulting covering process, mechanical, electrical, building systems, automation, controls, and project management for industrial facilities.
- **Specialized Industry Expertise**: Deep domain expertise in pharmaceutical, agrifood, and industrial biotech plant processes, including design, construction supervision, and commissioning.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (Private company).
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **USD $25.0M - $50.0M** (based on workforce and industry data) [linkedin.com]. Total Funding: Not applicable (self-owned, bootstrapped growth).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (self-owned). Clients include major pharmaceutical and food industry players such as L'Oréal, Merck, GSK, Sanofi, and Sandoz [linkedin.com].
- **Growth Signals**: Strong and consistent growth. Headcount grew **+7.2% YoY** to 364 employees (LinkedIn data), with the company's own careers page now citing **over 480 employees** and **25 offices across North America and Europe** [laporteconsultants.com]. Active job postings increased **+66.7% quarterly** and **+2.0% yearly**, with over 100 current openings [linkedin.com].

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Niche Specialization**: Focused exclusively on high-barrier, regulated industries (pharma, biotech, agrifood), creating a strong moat against generalist engineering firms.
- **Global Scale with Local Presence**: 25 offices across North America and Europe allow the firm to serve multinational clients while providing local support and regulatory knowledge.
- **Long-Standing Reputation**: Over 25 years in business with a track record of repeat business from top-tier global clients (e.g., Merck, GSK, Sanofi) [linkedin.com].
- **Vertical Integration of Expertise**: Combines process engineering, building systems, automation, and project management under one roof, offering clients a single point of accountability for complex industrial projects.

## Strategic Focus
- **Geographic Expansion**: Continued expansion across North America and Europe, with active offices in Canada, the United States, France, Belgium, Switzerland, and the UK.
- **Talent Acquisition & Development**: Aggressively hiring (100+ open roles) to support growth, with a focus on mentoring and career development programs [laporteconsultants.com].
- **Sustainability & Community**: Active in measuring and reducing its carbon footprint, and involved in charitable organizations and university sponsorships [laporteconsultants.com].

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Emphasizes a "people first" culture, mutual support, and valuing individuality. Described as a diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment [laporteconsultants.com].
- **Work Model**: **Hybrid work mode**, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. Flexible hours and personal leave are available from the first year [job-boards.greenhouse.io].
- **Career Development**: Strong focus on professional growth through mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, and reimbursement for professional fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) [job-boards.greenhouse.io].
- **Benefits**: Competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare), employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%, 3 weeks regular vacation plus 1 week paid vacation during Christmas holidays, 1 week personal/sick leave, and public transport/telephone reimbursement [job-boards.greenhouse.io].
- **Social & Team Building**: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops. Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being [laporteconsultants.com].
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Believes in the rich diversity of its teams and highlights the strong presence of women engineers in its ranks [laporteconsultants.com].

## Sources
1. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/laporteconsultants)
2. [LAPORTE Careers Page](https://laporteconsultants.com/en/careers/)
3. [Greenhouse Job Posting (Mechanical Engineer)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/englishcanada/jobs/5130763008)
4. [LinkedIn Job Listings](https://www.linkedin.com/company/laporteconsultants/jobs)

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