Project / Process Engineer

CRYOPAK INC • Montreal, QC

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About The Position

The Project / Process Engineer is responsible for leading engineering projects from concept through execution, including equipment design, process optimization, and plant start-up activities. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with chemical process engineering principles to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 4–6+ years in project, manufacturing, or process engineering
• Experience in equipment design and industrial manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and process engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required due to interactions with internal and external stakeholders across Canada and internationally.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects including design, budgeting, execution, and commissioning
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Develop plant layouts and support equipment selection
• Design, modify, and maintain manufacturing equipment
• Develop 2D/3D CAD drawings (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform root cause analysis
• Optimize manufacturing processes (temperature, pressure, cycle time, material flow)
• Support process scale-up from pilot to production
• Conduct process trials, validation, and design of experiments (DOE)
• Evaluate material behavior, thermal performance, and process risks
• Identify cost reduction and process efficiency opportunities
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor performance using KPIs
• Support plant start-ups, commissioning, and equipment installation
• Provide technical support and training to operations teams
• Travel to other sites as required
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Apply structured problem-solving and engineering best practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level