Mechanical Engineering

ANDRITZ; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their hydro generator engineering group. This role involves technical responsibility for mechanical design throughout all project stages, including proposal, contract design, manufacturing, and installation. The successful candidate will engage in stress analysis, heat transfer, and vibration analysis while collaborating closely with various teams. This innovative firm offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive health plans, making it an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a significant impact in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and insurance plans

Pension plan

Hybrid work model

Performance share plan

Employee assistance program

Customized training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of experience in hydroelectric turbine/generator refurbishment or design.
• Customer-oriented attitude and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with design engineers and project teams to meet specifications.
• Performing analytical design calculations and preparing technical specifications.

Skills

Stress Analysis

Heat Transfer

Ventilation

Vibration Analysis

Bearing Analysis

Technical Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

University degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer registration

Tools

MS Office

CAD

Relevant IT Tools

Job description

Summary of the role

The open position is for a Mechanical Engineer within the hydro generator engineering group. The team is responsible for the custom design of large hydro generator components, primarily focusing on North American generator projects. This team operates at the Andritz Hydro Peterborough Generator Center, which features a modern coil and bar manufacturing facility. The role involves technical responsibility for mechanical design throughout all project stages, including proposal, contract design, manufacturing, and installation. The successful candidate will engage in topics such as stress analysis, heat transfer, ventilation, vibration, and bearing analysis.

The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate closely with local engineering, drafting teams, external engineering specialists, project management, manufacturing, and installation teams. Occasional travel to customer locations, project sites, or other Andritz offices will be required.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Collaborating with hydraulic and mechanical design engineers, drafters, and project teams to meet specifications while optimizing costs;
2. Performing analytical design calculations (stresses and strains) and preparing technical specifications according to internal and industry standards;
3. Producing engineering instructions for manufacturing and installation;
4. Updating engineering budgets and schedules in coordination with project teams;
5. Organizing and participating in design reviews;
6. Reviewing and sealing technical documentation;
7. Providing technical support during manufacturing and installation;
8. Developing and maintaining design tools and practices;
9. Participating in problem-solving and root cause analysis;
10. Preparing technical bid documentation as required.

Why do you fit the profile?

We seek motivated, positive team players with a strong technical background, high perseverance, and a solution-oriented mindset. Candidates should be comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities, and willing to undertake occasional trips within Canada and internationally.

Minimum qualifications include:

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering;
• Professional Engineer registration is an asset;
• 1 to 5 years of experience in hydroelectric turbine/generator refurbishment or design, or in heavy mechanical structure repair (e.g., pulp and paper, mining);
• Customer-oriented attitude, teamwork, interpersonal skills, technical leadership, and continuous development focus;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Availability for occasional travel;
• Proficiency in MS Office, CAD, and relevant IT tools;
• Manufacturing and site experience (welding, machining, casting) is an asset.

What do we offer

• Comprehensive health and insurance plans;
• Pension plan;
• Hybrid work model;
• Performance share plan;
• Employee assistance program;
• Customized training and career development opportunities.

Did you know?

ANDRITZ Hydro Canada is part of a global technology group committed to sustainability, with a rich history in turbine design and electrical engineering, and a large international presence. The company boasts over 29,800 employees worldwide, with significant operations in Canada.