Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.

Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are now head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing plants and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

In this position, you will be asked to lead the development and execution of capital projects ranging in size, covering various processes and utilities with in our manufacturing site.  The Project Mechanical Engineer will provide mechanical engineering expertise, manage project lifecycles, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards.  This role also supports day-to-day operations by upgrading, modifying, or purchasing equipment, resolving root causes of equipment issues, and contributing continuous improvement and safety initiatives.  The role requires collaboration with plant functions and the corporate engineering team to ensure successful project implementation.

• Provide mechanical engineering expertise for all aspects of assigned capital projects.
• Develop and implement dare engineering standards.
• Lead conceptual design, scoping, detailed design, tendering, estimating, installation, and testing.
• Ensure safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards are integrated into project execution.
• Prepare equipment/system proposals, resolve technical design issues, and manage procurement.
• Conduct Factory and Site Acceptance Testing with equipment suppliers.
• Develop commissioning, qualification, and verification plans, including training and documentation.
• Maintain and update layout drawings and P&IDs.
• Provide technical support for in-service equipment and systems.
• Optimize operation and maintenance procedures and develop training programs.
• Identify and plan capital projects to improve manufacturing operations and strategic goals.
• Support plant operations with troubleshooting, equipment upgrades, and safety initiatives.

• A degree or diploma in related engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering capital projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering schematics and P&IDs.
• Working knowledge of industrial safety regulations(e.g. PSHSR, CSA, Z432/34).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite, including MS Project and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technically capable hands-on, and not limited to desk work.
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
• Driven, approachable, and passionate about engineering.

Additional Assets

• Registration as P.Eng with PEO.
• PMP Certification.
• Experience in bakeries, product packaging, and mechanical processes in the food industry.
• Ability to interpret and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLC codes.

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. 

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.