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Food Process Engineer Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

OVERVIEW You are an experienced engineer with experience in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing ... Food science/chemistry or packaging science; Statistics and analytical methods; Process measurement ...

... Food and more. We are proactively building a data bank for opportunities in these fields. By ... Oversee and review construction processes to ensure that structural elements are built according to ...

... Food and more. We are proactively building a data bank for opportunities in these fields. By ... Oversee and review construction processes to ensure that structural elements are built according to ...

Plant Engineer

Brantford, ON

CA$81K - CA$121K/yr

... food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and ... Follow Capital Initiative Management processes and ensure consistent communication with ...

About Us Danmare Group provides design-build and turn key engineering solutions to clients who are leaders in the conusmer food, food processing, beverages, pet nutrition and pet food sectors. We ...

... global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class ... processes. The individual possesses demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks ...

Project Engineer

Windsor, ON · On-site

CA$93K - CA$126K/yr

... food tastier, their roads safer, their pools cleaner, and so much more. From the salt we mine and produce through evaporative processes, Windsor Salt is a trusted authority on salt in Canada and has ...

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How much do food process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for food process engineer in Ontario is $85,211.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $101,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food process engineer?

To thrive as a Food Process Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical or food engineering, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience with food safety regulations, typically supported by an engineering degree. Familiarity with software tools such as AutoCAD, process simulation programs, and knowledge of relevant certifications like HACCP or Six Sigma is often required. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong communication skills help you succeed in cross-functional environments. These abilities ensure the safe, efficient, and innovative development of food processing systems that meet quality and regulatory standards.

What is a food process engineer?

A Food Process Engineer designs, develops, and optimizes food manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. They work with equipment, ingredients, and technologies to improve food production methods. Their role may involve research, troubleshooting, and implementing automation to enhance productivity. Food Process Engineers collaborate with food scientists, quality assurance teams, and production staff to meet industry regulations and consumer demands.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a food process engineer?

A Food Process Engineer’s daily responsibilities often include designing and optimizing production processes, troubleshooting equipment or product issues, and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards. You may also coordinate closely with production staff, quality assurance teams, and R&D departments to implement new technologies or process improvements. Documentation and analysis of process data, as well as participation in meetings to discuss ongoing projects, are common parts of the day-to-day routine. This dynamic role offers variety and the opportunity to continuously make impactful improvements to food production.

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Infographic showing various Food Process Engineer job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $85,211 per year, or $41 per hour.

Design Manager, Food & Hospitality Facilities

WSP

Thornhill, ON • On-site

CA$122K - CA$162K/yr

Full-time

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What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and sciencebased expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity
Build the Future With Us
As Manager, Design, you will help develop and grow WSP's Food and Hospitality facilities consulting practice across the Greater Toronto Area. You will lead and deliver DESIGN projects that create safe, efficient, and innovative food service environments across healthcare, education, culture, recreation, hospitality, sports, commercial, and industrial facilities.

Your Impact
You will:
  • Promote and grow the Food Service Centre of Expertise by building trusted client relationships and expanding WSP's presence in the GTA market.
  • Lead business development efforts, including client meetings, networking activities, and identification of emerging opportunities.
  • Prepare and oversee compliant, highquality service proposals, including RFP analysis, risk assessment, and fee evaluation.
  • Manage assigned projects, ensuring design delivery excellence across scope, budget, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction.
  • Lead layout development, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
  • Identify and anticipate client needs related to food service and food production operations and recommend practical, innovative solutions to design.
  • Coordinate project execution with internal teams, clients, consultants, and contractors through design and construction.


The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering,  Food Service Design/Management, Hospitality Design/Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in food facility design, consulting, and/or food production and distribution.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit considered an asset.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
  • Demonstrated experience preparing kitchen layouts, equipment arrangements, specifications, and project budgets.
  • FCSI certification is an asset (Foodservice Consultant)
  • Knowledge of public tendering processes and institutional sector operations considered an asset.
  • Ability to travel within Ontario for shortduration assignments as required.

Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
#WeAreWSP

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 - $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 - $147,400
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?
Join WSP and help define the future of Food Services and Hospitality Design consulting across the GTA.
At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.

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