Design Specialist - Mechanical

NFI Parts Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Specialist - Mechanical to provide engineering support for mechanical components and systems. This role involves designing innovative solutions, creating technical drawings, and collaborating with various departments to ensure the quality of aftermarket parts. You will also manage Bills of Material and reverse engineer obsolete parts. Join a dynamic team that values continuous learning and offers opportunities for career advancement within a recognized top employer in Manitoba. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a difference in the transportation industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Continuous Learning Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Social Events

Tuition Subsidies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Expertise in automotive or mechanical systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative engineering solutions for vehicle parts.
• Collaborate with various departments to resolve technical queries.
• Lead projects ensuring on-time delivery and technical accuracy.

Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Detail-oriented

Project Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

CAD Software

MS Office Suite

Measuring Equipment

PLC Programming

Job description

Position Summary

As a Design Specialist - Mechanical, you will provide engineering support focused on mechanical components and systems. You'll work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring technical excellence and maintaining the quality of aftermarket parts for the life of the bus.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

1. Design and implement innovative engineering solutions for vehicle parts, assemblies, and mechanical systems
2. Create technical drawings, specifications, and complex layouts
3. Manage Bills of Material (BOMs) and implement engineering changes through approved processes (ECO, CHR)
4. Reverse engineer obsolete parts and maintain technical specifications throughout a vehicle's lifecycle
5. Collaborate with Customer Service, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing to resolve technical queries and support key initiatives
6. Write, release, and maintain test reports, processes, and procedures while adhering to industry standards and best practices
7. Lead projects of varying complexity, ensuring on-time delivery and technical accuracy
8. Monitor and report on department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
9. Travel to support technical projects and customer needs as required

Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (P.Eng or EIT), Diploma in Engineering Technology (CET), or equivalent work experience

Experience: Expertise in the automotive, bus, or trucking industries, with a focus on mechanical systems.

Technical Skills:

1. Proficiency with measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers) and shop tools
2. Advanced skills in CAD software and MS Office Suite
3. Exposure to PLC programming will be considered an asset

Core Competencies:

1. Strong communication and collaboration skills
2. Ability to interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings
3. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in managing competing priorities

Benefits

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

1. Competitive Wages
2. A continuous learning environment
3. Ability to advance your career with a growing company
4. NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007
5. Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more
6. Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions

OUR WHY

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.arbocsv.com, and www.carfaircomposites.com.

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