Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace)

ALTEN Canada; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in Canada is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to participate in designing vehicle architectures and integrating functions on multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 7 years of relevant experience, including proficiency in CATIA V5. The company values collaboration and continuous growth, offering competitive benefits, a supportive culture, and diverse work environment.

Benefits

Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans

4 weeks of vacation starting from year one

Corporate discounts and team-building activities

Tailored professional development plans

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in vehicle architecture or structural design.
• Professional Engineer's License (or eligibility) considered an asset.
• Familiarity with helicopter fuselage and airframe design.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and functional solutions per engineering requirements.
• Design, integrate, and approve defined solutions.
• Draft and 3D model installations, assemblies, and parts.

Skills

CATIA V5 modeling and drafting

Structural load/stress analysis knowledge

Knowledge of vehicle architecture

Experience interfacing with specialists

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Google Suite

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree considered an asset

Job description

About ALTEN:

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA:

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense, Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shapes the future of technology and industry.

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer actively participates in specifying, designing, and integrating vehicle architecture and equipment functions on multiple platforms (mainly H125, H130, H135, H145, and H160). Responsibilities include designing new components and installations using metallic and composite materials, completing detailed design definitions with CATIA V5, and leading projects to support new opportunities, development, and improvements to existing aeronautical products.

Key Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and functional solutions per engineering requirements during offer phases to meet customer, airworthiness, and company standards.
• Design, integrate, and approve defined solutions.
• Define and review technical documents for system architecture verification.
• Establish and approve verification methods (analysis, tests), including programs for Function Hazardous Analysis, EMI/EMC, vibrations, thermal analysis, and deliver results to Airworthiness.
• Provide technical analysis of third-party STCs.
• Assess TC change impact on legacy products and open projects.
• Design, develop, and review technical documents and structural drawings for equipment integration and interfaces.
• Design layouts for aircraft modifications and configurations for completions and STC projects.
• Draft and 3D model installations, assemblies, and parts (sheet metal and composite design).
• Check wiring diagrams, wire routing, and aircraft structure interfaces (EMI/EMC, antenna location, maintainability).
• Review airframe design integrations for structural items (doors, windows, frames) and external load items (cameras, lighting, hoists, cargo hooks, floats).
• Review Installation Instructions and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
• Provide liaison support to internal and external customers for integration and conformity efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar.
• Master’s degree considered an asset.
• Professional Engineer’s License (or eligibility) considered an asset.
• 7 years of experience in vehicle architecture or structural design.
• Experience interfacing with specialists in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of vehicle architecture, system integration, electrical wiring diagrams, structural design constraints, aeronautical materials, helicopter performance, and verification methods.
• Familiarity with helicopter fuselage and airframe design.
• Structural load/stress analysis knowledge is an asset.
• Strong proficiency in CATIA V5 modeling and drafting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

This job posting corresponds to an active and immediate vacancy currently open with one of Alten’s clients.

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We invest in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development.

Benefits include:

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans.
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one.
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities.
• Tailored professional development plans.

ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

ALTEN CANADA promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. We provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected. Accessibility measures are available upon request during the recruitment process.