Plant Layout Engineer/ Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Plant Layout Engineer/Specialist to optimize the design and arrangement of UP Vertical Farms food manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be responsible for developing efficient plant layouts that enhance workflow, safety, and productivity. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement initiatives by integrating advanced CAD tools and spatial data analysis to create innovative plant configurations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape manufacturing environments that support operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Duties

• Lead the integration and coordination of large industrial equipment and plant layouts for food processing projects.
• Plan, develop, maintain, innovate, and manage integrated layout drawings, CAD standards, file structures, layer properties, plotting standards, and design versions in FPS Autodesk Vault application.
• Coordinate and integrate drawings from multiple internal engineering teams, vendors, customers, consultants, and external equipment suppliers.
• Develop and maintain AutoCAD Xref structure, file organization methods, layer standards, title block standards, plotting setup, and layout integration workflows.
• Support Project Engineers, Operations Manager and Construction Manager and Engineering Managers during layout reviews, customer discussions, equipment coordination, and project execution.
• Review overall equipment arrangement, access spacing, maintenance clearance, utility coordination, and installation interfaces between different systems.
• Support the development and implementation of 3D layout integration and coordination workflows using Navisworks and other 3D modelling platforms.
• Provide technical guidance and CAD integration standards to designers and external drafting resources.
• Work in compliance with all FPS administrative, health & safety policies and procedures.
• Overseas travel to customer project sites may be required.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years working experience on industrial plant layout integration, construction coordination, or multi-discipline CAD integration projects is preferred
• Proven experience in plant layout design or industrial engineering with a strong background in construction projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CAD software, and GIS tools such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping.
• Experience with Navisworks, 3D coordination, clash review, and model integration is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large datasets and maintain organized databases for project tracking.
• Familiarity with data collection techniques related to manufacturing facilities or construction sites.
• Knowledge of safety standards, environmental regulations, and best practices in facility planning.
• Prior experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to implement layout solutions effectively.
• Mechanical equipment knowledge is considered an asset but detailed mechanical equipment design experience is not mandatory.

Professional Requirement

• P.Eng. designation is preferred; however, candidates with equivalent industrial layout engineering experience will also be considered.
• Candidates holding a P.Eng. designation will be appointed as Plant Layout Engineers, while candidates without a P.Eng. designation will be appointed as Plant Layout Specialists, based on their qualifications and experience.

Functional Qualification

• Layout Integration – AutoCAD, Xref Management, CAD Standards, Layer Management, Industrial Plant Layout Integration, Navisworks, 3D Coordination, Multi-Discipline Drawing Integration, Construction Coordination

Join us to play a vital role in transforming manufacturing spaces into efficient, safe, and innovative environments!

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)?
• How many years of hands-on experience do you have with AutoCAD?
• Have you used Autodesk Vault or another CAD data management system?
• Are you currently located in British Columbia?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Plant Layout: 3 years (required)

Location:

• Pitt Meadows, BC (required)

Pay: CA$75,000.00 - CA$90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person