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# Junior Refrigeration Engineer/EIT at LAPORTE L.E.I.

- **Company:** LAPORTE L.E.I.
- **Location:** Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-08-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/englishcanada/jobs/5396389008

## 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!

Canada

LAPORTE is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer with 1 to 2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration system design and analysis.

This hybrid position is available in all of our office locations in Canada.

Reporting to the Lead Engineer, our Refrigeration Engineer will contribute to the design, analysis, and implementation of refrigeration systems for food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotech process systems.

Responsibilities:

- Collaborate on the design and analysis of refrigeration plants and systems;
- Perform CAD drafting of refrigeration system schematics and layouts in AutoCAD;
- Supervise and perform drafting of refrigeration system schematics and layouts in Revit and/or Plant3D;
- Conduct safety and code compliance audits;
- Participate in developing refrigeration-related SOPs, HAZOPS, and other safety analyses;
- Conduct site inspections of refrigeration systems;
- Write, format, and proofread specifications, proposals, reports, templates, and other documents;
- Organize and maintain project records;
- Provide support and build relationships with new and existing clients;
- Collaborate with internal and external team members to ensure project success.

Requirements:

- 1 to 2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration system design and analysis;
- Member of a canadian provincial Engineering Association either as P.Eng or EIT
- Familiarity with ammonia and CO2 refrigeration systems;
- Knowledge of refrigeration and piping codes and standards;
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or relevant qualifications in a related field;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively;
- Proficiency in technology-driven communication tools;
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel;
- Energetic, motivated, and solutions-oriented;
- Ability to travel internationally;
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license;
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, and P&ID software packages (an asset).

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.

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#entry-level #engineering-services 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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