Piping Stress Engineer

LAPORTE is seeking a highly technical Piping Stress Engineer with 3 to 8 years of experience. This position is based in Vancouver, BC and focuses on piping design, stress analysis, and support to multidisciplinary engineering projects in biotechnological, pharmaceutical, industrial, and food & beverage industries.

Our Piping Stress Engineer will be responsible for piping systems design with a focus on stress modeling and calculations, equipment load analysis, and troubleshooting of high-complexity mechanical systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Participate in client needs analysis and project definition.
• Participate with the team in the design of building, laboratory, plant and industrial utilities, including:
  • Piping systems (high-purity, process, utility, CIP/SIP, etc.)
  • Piping stress analysis (hydraulic modeling, thermal expansion, supports, restraints)
  • HVAC interface (when applicable, no design ownership)
  • Plumbing interface (when applicable)
  • Boiler, steam & condensate interface (when applicable)
  • Building services and mechanical systems related to piping loads
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates related to piping design and stress analysis.
• Evaluate and select equipment, technologies, and suppliers.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary design team.
• Provide construction supervision, conduct on-site and field reviews for assigned projects.
• Support project management requirements.
• Supervise equipment installation, start-up, and qualification when needed.
• Visit project sites for information gathering and project-related activities.
• Perform piping stress analyses per ASME Section VIII, B31.1, B31.3 using commercial tools (e.g. CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, ANSYS).
• Analyze thermal, static, dynamic, vibration, and seismic loads on piping systems.
• Evaluate nozzle loads on rotating and stationary equipment (e.g. pumps, tanks, vessels).
• Prepare detailed stress reports, recommendations, and mitigation strategies.
• Propose routing modifications, support optimizations, and design improvements.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment data sheets, and piping specifications.
• Perform flexibility analysis and check compliance with applicable codes and industry standards.
• Support pipe support design (selection, spacing, spring hangers, snubbers, guides, anchors).

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Membership in a Canadian engineering professional association (EIT or P.Eng).
• 3 to 8 years of experience in piping systems design and piping stress analysis.
• Experience in pharma, biotechnological, industrial, food & beverage, or manufacturing environments (asset).
• Knowledge of relevant codes (ASME, CSA, NFPA, CGA).
• Knowledge of pressure vessels, and process and utility piping design.
• Experience with piping stress software such as CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, ANSYS.
• Ability to travel to client sites across Canada and the USA when required.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability.

Benefits – What We Have to Offer

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

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