Mechanical Design Engineer

Aversan Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aversan Inc. in Cambridge, ON seeks an Intermediate Mechanical Designer to design, analyze, and implement mechanical systems using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

The role requires experience in engineering calculations, drawing review, and collaboration with clients and vendors to ensure compliance with standards. On-site work with a focus on safety-compliant tooling and tooling design is expected.

Qualifications

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design.
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical engineering.
• Equivalent education to mechanical design or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient in Solid Works.
• Strong knowledge of drafting principles.
• Experience in designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts.
• Understanding of pneumatics.
• Understanding of hydraulics.
• Understanding of electrical devices.
• Analytical skills for engineering calculations.
• Attention to detail for reviewing drawings.
• Attention to detail for reviewing documentation.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures.
• Familiarity with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and oversee the creation and implementation of mechanical systems and components.
• Perform engineering calculations for machine and tool designs.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications.
• Assess the feasibility of using multiple machines for sequential operations.
• Create working and detail drawings, and bills of materials using AutoCAD and Solid Works.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards (e.g., OSHA, CE).
• Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, machining techniques, finishes, and hardness.
• Liaise with customers, in-house technical staff, and vendors for technical information and specifications.
• Communicate design changes and task progress to the Manager, Mechanical Engineering, and supervising designer.
• Formalize and update drawing documentation.
• Create drawings of existing tooling using precision measuring devices.
• Supervise mechanical design efforts on a project level, delegating tasks to team members.
• Communicate time estimates and resource requirements for design tasks.
• Review electrical requirements with electrical designers and machine operations with programmers.
• Assist fabricators, machinists, toolmakers, and electricians in debugging, integration, and system completion.
• Determine tools, fixtures, and equipment for fabrication and assembly of mechanical components.
• Select and requisition appropriate purchased components for mechanical assemblies.
• Examine project instructions and drawings to determine test specifications, procedures, objectives, and test equipment.
• Oversee co-op students and Junior Designers on various projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Drafting principles

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Electrical concepts

Quality standards

Education

Mechanical design degree/diploma

Mechanical engineering degree/diploma

Equivalent education in design/engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Aversan Inc. (www.aversan.com) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.

We are currently seeking a qualified Intermediate Mechanical Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing mechanical systems and components, performing engineering calculations, and creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD and Solid Works.

Location: Cambridge, ON

Job Type: Full Time

Working Arrangement: On-site

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and oversee the creation and implementation of mechanical systems and components
• Perform engineering calculations for machine and tool designs
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications
• Assess the feasibility of using multiple machines for sequential operations
• Create working and detail drawings, and bills of materials using AutoCAD and Solid Works
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards (e.g., OSHA, CE)
• Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, machining techniques, finishes, and hardness
• Liaise with customers, in-house technical staff, and vendors for technical information and specifications
• Communicate design changes and task progress to the Manager, Mechanical Engineering, and supervising designer
• Formalize and update drawing documentation
• Create drawings of existing tooling using precision measuring devices
• Supervise mechanical design efforts on a project level, delegating tasks to team members
• Communicate time estimates and resource requirements for design tasks
• Review electrical requirements with electrical designers and machine operations with programmers
• Assist fabricators, machinists, toolmakers, and electricians in debugging, integration, and system completion
• Determine tools, fixtures, and equipment for fabrication and assembly of mechanical components
• Select and requisition appropriate purchased components for mechanical assemblies
• Examine project instructions and drawings to determine test specifications, procedures, objectives, and test equipment
• Oversee co-op students and Junior Designers on various projects

Basic Qualifications

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical engineering
• Equivalent education to mechanical design or mechanical engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Proficient in Solid Works
• Strong knowledge of drafting principles
• Experience in designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts
• Understanding of pneumatics
• Understanding of hydraulics
• Understanding of electrical devices
• Analytical skills for engineering calculations
• Attention to detail for reviewing drawings
• Attention to detail for reviewing documentation
• Familiarity with ISO procedures
• Familiarity with quality standards

The base salary or rate offered to an applicant within this range is determined by considering several factors, including the individual's geographic location, skills, competencies, and unique qualifications. This ensures compensation is fair and aligned with the specific requirements and attributes of each candidate.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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