Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a fully remote team supporting operations in Canada. The role focuses on designing robust industrial equipment, performing analyses, and ensuring performance and safety standards are met.

You will create detailed CAD models, drawings, and BOMs while collaborating with dispersed teams to deliver reliable solutions. The successful candidate has 5+ years in mechanical design for heavy industrial machinery, strong CAD skills, and a track

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in mechanical design for industrial machinery.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor) and basic simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of material properties, stress analysis, and manufacturing for heavy equipment.
• Excellent remote communication and self-management.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analysis (e.g., stress, fatigue, thermal) to ensure design integrity and functionality.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with remote colleagues in manufacturing, electrical engineering, and project management to integrate designs.
• Support the manufacturing and commissioning phases by troubleshooting design-related issues.
• Research and implement innovative design solutions to improve machine performance, reliability, and safety.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Engineering calculations

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Finite element analysis (e.g., ANSYS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in industrial machinery to join their remote team, supporting operations in the Kimberley region. This role focuses on the design and development of robust, efficient, and safe industrial equipment. You will be responsible for creating detailed mechanical designs, performing necessary analyses, and ensuring that the machinery meets performance specifications and industry standards. This position is ideal for a self-driven engineer who excels in a remote work environment and is passionate about creating solutions for industrial challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for industrial machinery using CAD software .
• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and analysis (e.g., stress, fatigue, thermal) to ensure design integrity and functionality.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with remote colleagues in manufacturing, electrical engineering, and project management to integrate designs.
• Support the manufacturing and commissioning phases by troubleshooting design-related issues.
• Research and implement innovative design solutions to improve machine performance, reliability, and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design, specifically with industrial machinery or equipment .
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and basic simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of material properties, stress analysis, and manufacturing processes for heavy equipment.
• Excellent remote communication skills and the ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work capabilities.
• Fully remote working arrangement providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A challenging and rewarding role contributing to advanced industrial solutions.