Mechanical Designer

Lakeside Controls; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Controls is seeking a Mechanical Designer in Mississauga to plan, design, and draft mechanical systems including piping and skid packages. You will create detailed drawings, P&IDs, BOMs, and fabrication documents, while coordinating with project teams to meet timelines and installation needs.

Requirements include 2+ years in piping/mechanical design, proficiency with AutoCAD Plant 3D, SolidWorks, and Inventor, and knowledge of ASME B31.1/B31.3.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a piping/Mechanical Designer role.
• Proficient modelling/drafting techniques and standards.
• Experience generating fabrication, GA, Hook-Up, P&ID drawings.
• Knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME B31.1/B31.3).
• Ability to select piping materials and routing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and draft mechanical systems including piping, pumps, vessels, and skids.
• Create detailed drawings and material specifications for procurement.
• Prepare reports and support design process improvements.
• Draft piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).
• Produce BOQs, BOMs, shop drawings, and layout packages.
• Coordinate with project managers and suppliers on timelines and changes.
• Support testing, validation, and field assembly as needed.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all designs and revisions.

Skills

Piping/Mechanical Design

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Inventor

P&ID knowledge

ASME B31.1/B31.3

Fabrication familiarity

Material take-offs

Project coordination

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Mechanical Designer

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

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• 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 role in a related industry
• Demonstrated proficiency in Modelling/Drafting techniques and standards
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Plant 3D, SolidWorks, Inventor
• Experience generating Fabrication, General Arrangement, Hook-Up, Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) drawings
• Management of software palettes to match piping material specifications
• Generates reports, including: line lists, material take-offs, etc.
• Knowledge of engineering and piping codes and standards, specifically ASME B31.1 and B31.3
• Knowledge of piping material specifications and piping flexibility principles. Capable of suggesting alternative pipe routing, fittings to better suit the application.
• Knowledge of pipe structure and supports (fixed vs. variable) and lifting methods
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles
• Understanding of welder/technician needs, anticipate details required for fabrication and assembly
• Provides recommendations for field welding to provide greater flexibility during installation
• Ability to interpret piping materials specifications, including material designations, pressure classes, and branch charts