Senior Engineer in Agrifood Processes at EXP, optimizing and implementing industrial solutions. Collaborating closely with leading clients in the agrifood sector for measurable impact.
Responsibilities
Design, develop and optimize industrial processes in an agrifood environment (processing, mixing, pasteurization, packaging, etc.), from conceptual study through to production startup.
Develop process designs that meet sanitary requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable food safety standards.
Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), ensuring consistency with performance, quality and operational criteria.
Perform mass and energy balances, define production capacities and contribute to optimizing yields and production line efficiency.
Conduct risk assessments to ensure the health, safety and compliance of operations and facilities.
Select, size and specify process equipment (tanks, heat exchangers, pumps, dosing systems, etc.) and process utilities (process water, compressed air, etc.) according to client needs and operational constraints.
Prepare technical deliverables, design bases, specifications, drawings and bills of materials, engineering reports and process optimization recommendations.
Participate in design reviews and coordinate with related disciplines (mechanical, electrical, automation/instrumentation, quality).
Support procurement activities by validating vendor submissions, reviewing shop drawings and ensuring equipment compliance with project requirements.
Contribute to project planning, cost estimating and technical follow-up with clients and stakeholders.
Provide on-site support during critical phases: installation, commissioning, qualification and start-up of processes.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in food engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or another relevant discipline related to industrial or agrifood processes.
Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
10+ years of relevant experience in engineering consulting, ideally within the agrifood sector.
Strong knowledge of agrifood industry standards and practices (CFIA, FDA, GFSI).
Solid process design skills, with strong analytical and synthesis abilities and an aptitude for understanding complex concepts.
Excellent command of French, both spoken and written.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional client visits.
Excellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills, enabling effective mobilization of multidisciplinary teams and internal and external stakeholders.
Strong results orientation, action focus and problem-solving ability in dynamic, demanding environments while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
Natural leadership, proactivity and initiative consistent with EXP’s entrepreneurial culture, combined with strong autonomy, developed prioritization skills, professional rigor and a team spirit oriented toward collective success.
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