Mechanical Design Specialist

Zodiac Hurricane Technologies, Inc.; Delta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zodiac Hurricane Technologies, a leader in manufacturing Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, is seeking a Mechanical Design Specialist. The role involves overseeing design, development, and manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical design, particularly in aluminum fabrications and FEA, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This is a full-time position in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

RSP plan contribution match

Free on-site parking

Family-oriented culture

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in the boat-building industry or related manufacturing.
• Intermediate level of CAD and FEA software experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems for Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety and ISO standards.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Detail-Oriented

Education

Post-secondary engineering or design-oriented equivalent

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

FEA Software

Job description

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Zodiac Hurricane Technologies Inc. - "for those who work on the water"

About Us

Zodiac Hurricane Technologies (Also known as Zodiac Milpro) is a world class and industry leader in the manufacturing of quality and versatile Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBS) and inflatables. We have been building custom designed boats for more than 30 years for those who work on the water. We are an expanding company with a portfolio of strong growth projects.

As the mission profiles of our clients become increasingly complex, Zodiac continues to innovate and develop new products to ensure our client’s success. Over the years, we have developed products for military and marine operations, Coast Guard and Customs, law enforcement, search and rescue, yacht tenders, offshore industry and eco-tourism.

We strive to learn and improve while fostering a positive work culture that we can be proud of. As a customer-focused company, our custom boats are manufactured from start to finish by hand at our four plants located in Delta, BC.

Come join our team at Zodiac, an ISO 9001 company, where we offer innovative technology, designs and solutions that have helped build a reputation for excellence.

The Job

Zodiac Hurricane has an opening for a Mechanical Design Specialist with an Intermediate to Senior level of mechanical and structural design experience, specializing in Aluminum Fabrications and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally, the candidate would have relevant experience and / or expertise applicable to designing high-speed boats ranging from 5m to 13m (16ft to 42ft).

We are seeking individuals with a positive mindset and an attention to detail to join our team. Candidates must be willing to work hard in a fast-paced team environment and under pressure to meet deadlines. This position is permanent, full-time.

Job Purpose :

• The Mechanical Design Specialist is a core member of the Zodiac Hurricane Technologies Ltd. (ZHT) Engineering Department (Engr Dept) that is responsible for overseeing the design, development and manufacturing of ZHT Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs).
• The Mechanical Design Specialist is a technical leader within the Engr Dept focused on boat platform construction (Aluminum Structural Design, Hulls, Consoles, Frames, Masts / Arches, Towing Posts, Equipment Mounts, etc.)
• The Mechanical Design Specialist is responsible for assessing mechanical structures for strength, ensuring designs are fit for purpose. This includes the use of hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software.
• The Mechanical Design Specialist must set an example for the junior member by upholding and exemplifying a ‘can-do’ and ‘will-do’ approach to addressing technical challenges and opportunities as well as ensuring work practices and behaviours align with the company’s vision, mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Safety First! Ensure compliance with all safety and ISO standards and policies;

Design and Development :

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including naval architects, mechanical & electrical engineers, fabricators, and assembly technicians, to design and develop systems and components for ZHT RHIBs;
• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed 2D and 3D models of boat components, ensuring adherence to design standards and manufacturing requirements;
• Produce concise, complete and comprehensible manufacturing drawings or other necessary design documents to allow for manufacturing and / or fabrication of components;
• Maintain accurate records of design specifications, test results, and project progress. Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate design concepts, analysis results, and recommendations to stakeholders;
• Use hand calculations and FEA Software to assess structure integrity and strength of structural and mechanical designs;
• Perform engineering analysis, simulations, and calculations to evaluate and optimize the performance and efficiency of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices;
• Identify appropriate materials for boat components and systems, considering factors such as weight, durability, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Work with the Purchasing department to procure the appropriate materials needed to construct the RHIB or applicable components.

Technical Knowledge :

• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and expertise regarding the platform technical knowledge base including, but not limited to, the design and production of : Hull shapes / forms, Aluminum / Fiberglass Structures, Transoms, Consoles, Seating, Masts / Arches, Rope Guards, Decking, Hardware, Fasteners, Adhesives, Ballistics, Tow and Hoisting systems;
• Maintain Design Standard and Engineering best practices pertaining to Mechanical Systems;
• Manage the assessment and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) procedures and methodology;
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to define testing activities, conduct tests, analyze results, and provide feedback to ensure RHIB meets desired performance and compliance standards;
• Contribute to Research and Development (R&D) projects by assisting in experimental setups, data collection, analysis, and reporting, supporting the team's efforts to innovate and develop new technologies;

Research and Innovation :

• Conduct research to identify innovative solutions applicable to RHIB manufacturing;
• Create prototypes of mechanical systems and components as well as conduct necessary testing and analysis to validate performance, functionality, and reliability; and
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in boat engineering.

Project Management Support :

• Collaborate with ZHT Technical-Commercial (TecCom), Production and Quality Assurance (QA) departments to ensure the on-scope / on-time / on-cost / on-quality delivery of RHIB projects;
• Maintain a working awareness of all the projects and initiatives, both pending and active, impacting the Engr Dept and ZHT overall;
• Report to the Engr Dept Director and the other Engr Dept Team Leaders regarding work activities, tasks and initiatives within the Platform Team;
• Review and approve engineering documents for release to Production and / or Purchasing; and
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as required to support the overall success of the Engr Dept and Zodiac Hurricane.

Qualifications and Requirements :

The successful candidate will hold the following qualifications :

• Required : Completed post-secondary engineering or design-oriented equivalent education related to mechanical and / or marine design and / or engineering;
• Desired : Five (5) years of progressive experience in the boat-building industry or combined with other applicable manufacturing or production experience (i.e. interactions with manufacturing personnel);
• Asset : Professional designations such as EIT, P.Eng.
• Asset : Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects;
• Required : Excellent customer service focus, including strong communication skills in a professional and respectful manner with internal and external stakeholders;
• Required : Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot and make decisions. Ability to prioritize and set clear objectives while working effectively and independently in a high-performance team culture;
• Required : Ability to multitask, be well-organized and detail-oriented, coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and different stakeholders while operating in a fast-paced and demanding environment, managing multiple tasks and projects;
• Required : Fluent in reading, writing and speaking English;
• Asset : Fluent in reading, writing and speaking French;
• Required : Intermediate level of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software experience (e.g. Solidworks, Rhino, AutoCAD, and / or an equivalent);
• Required : Intermediate level of Finite Element Analysis (CAD) software experience (e.g. Solidworks Simulation, Ansys, and / or an equivalent); and
• Required : Intermediate level Office software experience, including the MS Office suite and an ERP system.

Note : the employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities to this position .

What We Offer

• Compensation is based on experience. (Please state your compensation expectations.)
• Benefits include extended health, dental, life insurance, employee assistance program and RSP plan contribution match.
• Employee social events
• Family-oriented, inclusive culture
• Free on-site parking and located close to the bus stop

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Machinery Manufacturing

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