Julie Lau
About Julie Lau
Julie Lau is the Director of Engineering and Business & Operational Excellence at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with over 20 years of experience in engineering and operational excellence roles.
Current Role at Chemtrade
Julie Lau is currently the Director, Engineering and Business & Operational Excellence at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing both engineering projects and operational excellence initiatives. Her work involves ensuring the efficient and effective execution of engineering tasks, as well as driving improvements in business operations.
Previous Roles at Apotex Inc.
Julie Lau held several leadership positions at Apotex Inc. from 2003 to 2021. Her roles included Director, Site Engineering in Toronto for three years, Associate Director, Facilities Engineering in Miramar, FL for 10 months, and Manager, Capital Projects. Throughout her time at Apotex Inc., she led multiple engineering teams and managed significant engineering tasks, including capital projects and building systems.
Experience at Aveva Drug Delivery Systems
Julie Lau worked as the Associate Director of Facilities Engineering at Aveva Drug Delivery Systems from 2015 to 2017 in Miramar, FL. During her two-year tenure, she managed engineering activities related to the facilities. This role added to her extensive experience in facilities management and engineering leadership.
Early Career at Aecometric Corporation
Beginning her career at Aecometric Corporation, Julie Lau served as a Project Manager from 1999 to 2003. In this role, she managed various engineering projects, setting the foundation for her future leadership roles in engineering and operational excellence.
Education in Chemical Engineering
Julie Lau holds a Bachelor of Applied Science and Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toronto, completed between 1995 and 1999. This formal education provided her with the technical foundation needed for her extensive career in engineering and management.
International Work Experience
Julie Lau has worked in both Canada and the United States, gaining valuable international experience. Her roles in different geographical regions have equipped her with a diverse skill set and a broad understanding of engineering management practices across borders.