Senior Engineer​/Specialist, Pharmaceutical Validation

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes. The company has been in business for 25 years and operates 25 offices across North America and Europe, employing over 480 professionals.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. Our flexible working environment values work‑life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity.

• Draft master validation documents (e.g., Validation Master Plan, risk analysis, cleaning matrix, User Requirements Specification).
• Draft and execute equipment/system qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process and cleaning qualification protocols.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with GMP during validation activities and general operations.
• Support client QA/Compliance teams in initiating change notices, reporting deviations, and triggering CAPA, Change Control, or other relevant actions within the scope of validation activities.
• Manage client accounts.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, in a manufacturing setting, or in consulting.
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare).
• Employer‑contributed RRSP plan at 4%.
• Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
• Professional development support (e.g., reimbursement for APEGA, APEGS, EGBC fees).
• Mentorship programs, cross‑department training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Work‑life balance benefits: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid Christmas holiday vacation, and 1 week of personal/sick leave.
• Diverse, flexible, and inclusive culture that promotes equity and efficiency.
• Team‑building activities such as lunch & learn sessions, retreats, outdoor activities, and workshops.
• Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

We look forward to meeting you!