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# Mechanical Engineer (Building Systems) at LAPORTE L.E.I.

- **Company:** LAPORTE L.E.I.
- **Location:** Edmonton, Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-10-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/englishcanada/jobs/5458323008

## Job description

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm offering a high value-added engineering services to pharmaceutical, agri-food, industrial and industrial biotech factories. The company now has 30 agencies across North America and Europe, and has more than 500 passionate engineering employees.

LAPORTE is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Building Systems) with at least 5 years of relevant experience to join its team in Edmonton, AB. Our engineer will contribute to design activities and provide guidance to junior engineers and designers in building mechanics, while collaborating on the execution of complex projects in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food sectors.

The Mechanical Engineer and have experience in developing conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs, drawings, and specifications for the following disciplines:

- HVAC systems
- Dust collection
- Chilled water systems
- Heating water systems
- Steam sytems
- Compressed air systems
- Controls
- Plumbing

Responsibilities:

- Design and prepare detailed plans and specifications for building mechanical systems in compliance with energy efficiency principles and standards including; HVAC, hydronic and steam systems design
- Prepare engineering studies and schematic designs for new systems and analyze the operation of existing systems.
- Conduct surveys of existing installations, improve current systems, and develop new solutions while considering existing infrastructure.
- Estimate construction budgets for building mechanical systems.
- Participate in site supervision and provide services during construction.
- Manage projects and ensure successful delivery for MEP projects. Assess the requirements of projects, break them into tasks, and work with the Project Managers to determine the scope of work, budget, and staffing.
- Develop client relationships to fully understand their needs.
- Contribute to the technical quality of deliverables and interdisciplinary coordination.
- Contribute to the training and growth of the Mechanical team
- Manage and quality review of deliverables and project execution
- Write the scope of work for mechanical or utility design based on preliminary review and meetings with the clients.

Key Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
- Current P.Eng registration with EGBC, APEGA or APEGS
- Experience in engineering consulting in the food and beverage manufacturing or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries, (an asset)
- 5+ years of design engineering experience
- Knowledge of HVAC system design and experience with central utilities including steam, chilled water and compressed air systems.
- Design of material handling and dust collection systems(an asset)
- Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Revit.

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, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) 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. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
- 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

#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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