Mechanical Engineer Coop Student

CPG Connect; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Co-op in Montreal. The role involves material handling methods, technical project participation, and mechanical design preparation. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or in teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of materials including metals, plastics, and rubbers.

Responsibilities

• Determine methods for material handling considering safety and efficiency.
• Participate in technical continuous improvement projects.
• Prepare mechanical designs and review drawings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Conagra Brands Overview

Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food and a team passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands such as Hunts, Aylmer, Marie Callender's, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, VH Sauces, Pogo, and Vlasic, as well as emerging brands including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized, and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit Conagra Brands.

Position Profile

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Engineer Co-op role requires good knowledge of mechanics, materials, and machine elements, along with a good understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.

Responsibilities

• Determine the most appropriate methods for material handling, considering employee safety, food safety, efficiency, cost, and lead time.
• Participate in and/or lead technical continuous improvement projects through problem solving, idea generation, preparing investment requests, project coordination, construction, commissioning, verification, and documentation.
• Prepare mechanical designs, create equipment layouts, and review drawings.
• Work with skilled trades to develop assembly procedures for mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors to purchase machinery and components.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work within a cross-functional team or independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of materials including metals, plastics, and rubbers.
• Co-op term: May 2024 to August 2024.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold temperatures. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other protected factor. For accommodation requests, please contact [e-mail].