Mechanical Designer

Lakeside Process Controls; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

RRSP matching 5%

Profit bonus

PTO 22 days

Health benefits

EAP & telehealth

Work-life balance

Home office allowance 500

Referral bonus

Mentorship program

Training & development

Education reimbursement 5000

Wellness program

Job summary

Lakeside Process Controls is seeking a Mechanical Designer to plan, design, and draft mechanical systems including piping, vessels, and skid components. You will prepare detailed drawings, BOMs, and material take-offs to support procurement and fabrication.

Collaborate with Project Managers and engineers, contribute to testing and validation, and maintain comprehensive design documentation throughout projects. This role offers hybrid work and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a Piping/Mechanical Designer role in a related industry.
• Proficiency with modelling/drafting techniques and standards.
• Experience generating P&ID drawings and related reports.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and B31.3 codes and piping materials.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and draft mechanical systems including piping and vessels.
• Create technical drawings, BOMs, and material take-offs for procurement.
• Prepare P&IDs and system layouts for project teams.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and suppliers to meet timelines.
• Support testing, validation, and write design documentation.

Skills

Piping/Mechanical design

Drafting standards

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Inventor

P&ID drawings

ASME B31.1

ASME B31.3

Fabrication knowledge

Piping material specs

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Lakeside Process Controls Ltd. (‘Lakeside’) is recognized as a market leader, providing complete automation solutions to a wide range of industries. Our capabilities in process management and industrial automation enable us to solve our customers’ process automation challenges, keeping their operations running safer. Our solutions range from devices that measure and relay diverse physical and chemical conditions, devices that control flow of materials, networks that transmit event-related information, to process control systems that collect information and trigger necessary actions to ensure continued operations. Lakeside’s success is due to its exceptional people. Our skills and passion for our work is the key to our strong business results. Our commitment to a culture of integrity, teamwork and collaboration is what drives our continued and sustainable growth. We seek individuals who are engaged, capable and committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join Lakeside?

• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid remote work options
• A competitive compensation package, including company-matching RRSP contributions of up to 5% of your annual salary
• Annual profit-funded bonus opportunity
• Twenty-two days of paid time off annually
• Comprehensive benefits coverage (health, dental, and vision) with no employee co-pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and on-demand virtual healthcare services
• A culture that promotes work-life balance and employee well-being
• Annual $500 home office allowance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Access to Lakeside's Mentorship Program, empowering growth through shared knowledge and support
• A structured training and development program with opportunities for continuous learning
• Employees are eligible to receive a maximum reimbursement of $5,000 annually for formal education
• Employee recognition programs
• Company events, team celebrations, and luncheons
• Opportunity to participate in our award-winning wellness program

What you will be doing in the role of Mechanical Designer:

• Planning, designing, and drafting detailed specifications of mechanical systems including gas transmission piping, letdown stations, fuel trains, hydronic systems, pumps/compressors, vessels, and clean in place skids
• Creating and drafting detailed drawings and preparing specifications for purchase of materials and equipment
• Creating technical reports, solving technical problems, and supporting the continuous improvement of design processes
• Design and drafting of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
• Creating and drafting sketches, and preparing specifications and material take-offs (MTOs) for purchase of materials and equipment
• Creating mechanical design packages including detailed drawings, shop spool drawings, Isometrics, Bill of Materials (BOMs), assembly drawings, and layouts
• Designing skid’s steel structures and preparing related fabrication shop drawings
• Interfacing with Project Managers and Project Engineers to estimate project timelines, coordinating with suppliers, prepare drawings, resolve mechanical issues, and implement changes as required.
• Participate in system testing, validation, to ensure that mechanical components function as intended. Troubleshoot and rectify mechanical issues during the testing phase.
• Maintain and update comprehensive documentation of all mechanical designs, drawings, and changes made during the project. Preparing final designs and specifications
• Communicate progress updates and estimated completion time to project engineers and managers.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in mechanical components and automation technologies

Knowledge and skills required for the role:

• 2+years of experience in a Piping/Mechanical Designer rolein a related industry
• Demonstratedproficiencyin Modelling/Drafting techniques and standards
• Proficiencywith AutoCAD/AutoCAD Plant 3D,SolidWorks, Inventor
• Experience generatingFabrication, General Arrangement, Hook-Up, Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID)drawings
• Management ofsoftware palettes to match piping material specifications
• Generatesreports,including:line lists, material take-offs, etc.
• Knowledgeofengineering and piping codes and standards, specifically ASME B31.1and B31.3
• Knowledgeofpiping material specificationsandpipingflexibility principles.Capableofsuggesting alternative pipe routing, fittingsto better suit the application.
• Knowledge of pipe structure andsupports(fixed vs.variable)and lifting methods
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles
• Understanding of welder/technician needs,anticipatedetailsrequiredfor fabrication and assembly
• Provides recommendations for field welding toprovide greater flexibility during installation
• Ability to interpret piping materials specifications, including material designations, pressure classes, and branch charts

Commitment to Diversity

Lakeside Process Controls Ltd. is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. We believe strongly in celebrating the different perspectives and experiences that come along with having a diverse network of employees, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, women, and members of visible minorities.

If you require accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

How We Review Applications

Our team carefully reviews every application. While AI-assisted tools may occasionally help streamline parts of the screening process, each candidate is personally evaluated by a member of our recruitment team, and all hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager.

Existing Vacancy

This posting is for an existing vacancy that our team is actively recruiting for.