PROJECT ENGINGEER - CIVIL | AUTOCAD & SITE ENGINEERING
This role has been created to cover a current vacancy within the team.
Location: 85 Morrow Road, Barrie, Ontario
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
This role requires up to 25% travel to field sites across North America
WHO WE ARE:
Albarrie Canada Limited is a leading Canadian company specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative nonwoven technical fabrics that solve industrial and environmental issues. With a rich history spanning several decades, we have consistently delivered high-quality products and services to a diverse range of industries. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has made us a trusted partner in the industrial sector.
At Albarrie Canada Limited, we take pride in our dedication to environmental responsibility and safety. We prioritize the well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. Our team embodies a spirit of collaboration, and we believe that every member has the potential to contribute to our ongoing success.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the guidance of the Director of Engineering, the Project Engineer is responsible for technical leadership, coordination, process governance and design, client relationships and project performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technical Leadership & Design Oversight - Provide senior technical leadership for all civil and AGC design activities, ensuring engineering outputs meet safety, operational, commercial, regulatory, and maintenance requirements prior to submission.
- Complete or oversee complex and specialized design tasks, delivering expert engineering judgment for challenging or client‑specific requirements.
- Mentor, coach, and guide Civil Technologists and project staff in design methodologies, calculations, standards, engineering principles, and technical decision‑making.
- Prepare, review, and deliver all technical documentation - including drawings, stamped calculations, design reports, specifications, and full project packages - ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
- Uphold professional engineering standards, ensuring sealed documents follow all applicable regulatory, ethical, and code-of-practice requirements – including engineer sealing in Ontario.
Team Coordination & Development - Coordinate and support the civil engineering team, applying strong coaching, communication, and organizational practices.
- Lead the onboarding and skill development of new engineering staff, ensuring alignment with AGC processes, engineering tools, and design standards.
- Promote a high‑performance engineering culture based on knowledge sharing, open communication, discipline, and consistent application of standards.
- Facilitate productive collaboration between engineering, operations, sales, quality, procurement, and field personnel for smooth project execution.
Process Improvement, Governance & Documentation- Work with the Director of Engineering to develop, refine, and maintain engineering protocols, standard practices, project governance tools, and technical procedures.
- Lead document control activities for the AGC division, ensuring traceable and compliant management of emails, client files, drawings, calculations, reports, and other technical records.
- Track and analyze KPI performance - particularly quotation accuracy, cycle times, documentation compliance, and design quality trends - and recommend improvement actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to new product development, formulation changes, updated specifications, production trials, and engineering best practices.
- Promote process reliability by identifying recurring issues and implementing preventive actions (CAPA) that improve quality and reduce engineering risk.
Project Management & Execution- Manage AGC projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with scope, specifications, timelines, quality expectations, safety requirements, and budget constraints.
- Lead key project phases, including tender specification review, drafting, technical contract evaluations, material planning, contractor scheduling, and installation coordination.
- Analyze contract documents to detect discrepancies, omissions, or risks, ensuring engineering and commercial impacts are addressed proactively.
- Respond promptly to client, contractor, and internal team inquiries, delivering authoritative engineering and project guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review installation drawings, reports, and technical deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure all final engineering packages - as‑builts, QA documentation, manuals, stamped drawings - are completed, verified, and approved prior to fabrication, shipment, or installation.
- Enforce compliance with safety standards, regulatory codes, engineering procedures, and internal quality requirements.
- Support project planning and control activities including scope development, cost estimating, scheduling, progress monitoring, and forecasting.
Client, Vendor & Cross‑Functional Collaboration- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams, acting as a trusted technical liaison throughout project delivery.
- Support Sales by reviewing technical calculations, design details, tender documents, and bid proposals to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of AGC product availability, applications, technical benefits, and pricing structures to support both engineering and commercial discussions.
- Coordinate closely with operations, quality, procurement, and field contractors to ensure project milestones are met on time and according to specification.
- Participate in site visits, field reviews, engineering inspections, and installation monitoring as required by the Director of Engineering.
- Lead technical communication with all stakeholders, conduct project meetings, prepare minutes, and maintain detailed project documentation.
Performance, Compliance & Quality Assurance- Ensure all engineering work conforms to Albarrie standards, client requirements, governing regulatory codes, and professional engineering obligations.
- Drive quality assurance across the project lifecycle by enforcing technical compliance, design integrity, documentation completeness, and engineering sign‑off protocols.
- Conduct site reviews to verify quality, monitor progress, and ensure safety compliance; identify and address issues early through effective engineering oversight.
- Support post‑project reviews, documenting lessons learned and recommending improvements to processes, engineering methods, or quality controls.
- Perform resource management activities, including task assignment, oversight of technical workloads, and performance evaluation of third‑party vendors and subcontractors.
- Apply safety best practices (HAZID, HAZOP, risk assessments) across design and site activities to support hazard reduction and safe execution.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of degree in Civil Engineering.
- 5+ years of relevant experience within a civil engineering role
- Professional engineering registration with Professional Engineers Ontario and good standing record.
- Strong knowledge and thorough understanding of MS, Project Management tools and computer aided design software.
- Flexibility to travel up to 25% both within Canada and internationally.
- Must possess a valid passport permitting travel to the United States OR hold a valid U.S. B1/B2 visa.
- Must hold a valid Ontario Driver’s License (Class G2 or G) and be able to operate personal, company, or rental vehicles.
- Blueprint reading and AutoCAD experience are considered assets.
- Must be able to comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements, as applicable.
WHY JOIN ALBARRIE?
At Albarrie Canada Limited, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our employees in various ways
- Professional Growth and Development: Continuing education reimbursement and cross-training opportunities.
- Benefits Program: Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- Health and Wellness Program: Reimbursement to support an active, healthy lifestyle.
- Retirement Program: Savings plan with employer matching contributions.
- Overtime Compensation: Paid for all hours worked beyond 40 per week.
- Additional Perks: Paid time off, free on-site coffee, company-provided uniforms, employee referral programs, recognition programs, and social/community events throughout the year.
- Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and empowered to succeed.
In accordance with applicable Ontario legislation, the screening process is conducted by a dedicated member of our Human Resources team and not by artificial intelligence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the hiring process.
We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know.
Learn more about Albarrie Canada Limited and career opportunities at:
Albarrie Career Opportunities | Albarrie
Join us in shaping the future of industrial solutions and making a positive impact on our world.
