Intermediate Mechanical Designer

Samuel, Son & Co.; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Mechanical Designer to develop automation machinery. The ideal candidate will have a Technologist Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of mechanical design experience. Responsibilities include crafting designs in CAD, ensuring project timelines and budgets are met, and mentoring junior team members. Join a collaborative team environment that values safety and innovation as you contribute to customized engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Mechanical Design experience or equivalent.
• Proficient in CAD and current office computer software.
• Must be creative, have a mechanical aptitude and think and visualize in 3 dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Design automation machinery based on customer information and departmental standards.
• Determine and verify the function and mechanics of assigned projects.
• Formulate machine design in CAD using efficient and cost-effective processes.
• Mentor Junior level Mechanical Designers.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD proficiency

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Technologist Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for design of automation machinery based on customer information, company and departmental standards, and supervisor and peer input. Responsible for ensuring that the design meets the customer’s expectations, is completed within the scheduled timeframe, and can be manufactured within the budgeted time and costs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Required to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company Health and Safety and other Policies
• Determine, understand and verify the function and mechanics of assigned projects
• Review initial concept with sales, project manager, customer and supervisor, as required
• Formulate machine design in CAD using simple, efficient and cost effective processes
• Specify and obtain quotes for specialized purchased equipment
• Source and qualify all purchased mechanical, sensing, pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Compile Sequence of Operations, I/O List, Pneumatic BOM and Valve Bank Layout
• Responsible for checking and releasing BOM to Purchasing
• Work with assigned programmer to create working program
• Respond to questions from machine shop and assembly during building of machine
• Work with machine builder throughout the debugging phase
• Review marked up drawings, and work with assigned detailer to update complete drawing package
• Stores data (specifications, quotes, estimates, drawings etc.) according to Systematix’ standards
• Mentor Junior level Mechanical Designers
  
  

Position Requirements: (Knowledge, Skill, Ability)

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Ability to work at advanced levels of design complexity
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to proficiently use CAD and current office computer software
• Must be creative, have a mechanical aptitude and think and visualize in 3 dimensions
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and internal team members
  
  

Autonomy and Authority

• Receive instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and methods of approach. Receive assistance on unusual problems. Work progress is under periodic review.
• May be responsible for the design of a single station on a complex line or an entire standalone machine of a simpler nature.
• May provide assistance to machine shop, assembly, junior designer and detailer with respect to the work being performed.
• Regular supervision of others is not a normal part of this position.
  
  

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Technologist Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of Mechanical Design experience or equivalent