Mechanical Designer

SearchLabs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Benefits

Job summary

SearchLabs is seeking a Mechanical Designer to develop detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings for custom process systems. You will work from process designs, P&IDs and specifications to produce models, drawings and BOMs for build-ready equipment.

You will collaborate with process engineers, mechanical engineers and fabrication teams to ensure designs are buildable, compliant and aligned with project requirements. Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong SolidWorks modelling including pipe routing and weldments.
• Experience preparing fabrication drawings, assemblies and bills of material.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Experience modelling sanitary or pharmaceutical piping is an asset.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, engineering sketches and mechanical drawings.
• Understanding fabrication methods, welding, formed metal and assembly.
• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation or mechanical analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings for custom process systems.
• Collaborate with process engineers, mechanical engineers, fabrication leads and trades to ensure designs are accurate and buildable.
• Prepare fabrication and assembly drawings and maintain BOMs for purchasing and project control.
• Lead model reviews with engineers and fabrication leads, incorporating required changes.

Skills

SolidWorks 3D modelling

Pipe routing

Weldments

P&IDs interpretation

AutoCAD

Education

Mechanical Engineering Design Technology diploma

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Our client is a leading provider of custom‑engineeredprocess‑equipment systems used across biotech, pharmaceutical, food, beverage,personal care and other advanced manufacturing sectors. They design, build,test and commission fully integrated stainless‑steel systems for high‑performanceproduction environments.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoysturning engineering requirements into practical, buildable 3D models andsupporting fabrication teams throughout construction.

TheOpportunity

As a Mechanical Designer, you willdevelop detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings for custom process systems.Working from process designs, engineering sketches, P&IDs andspecifications, you will produce the models, drawings and bills of materialrequired to build equipment in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

You’ll collaborate closely with processengineers, mechanical engineers, fabrication leads and skilled trades to ensuredesigns are accurate, buildable and aligned with project requirements.

KeyResponsibilities

3DModelling & Detailed Design

• Interpret engineering sketches, P&IDs, specifications andclient drawings.
• Develop detailed 3D models of modular process systems usingSolidWorks.
• Use pipe‑routing and weldment tools to create accurate, fabrication‑readydesigns.
• Prepare fabrication and assembly drawings for equipment, piping andsupport structures.
• Maintain accurate bills of material for purchasing, fabrication andproject control.
• Create or revise AutoCAD drawings when required.

Engineering& Constructability

• Perform or verify mechanical design calculations appropriate to theassignment.
• Support stress, strain and thermal analysis using SolidWorksSimulation when required.
• Review layouts for constructability, accessibility, serviceabilityand installation.
• Lead model reviews with engineers and fabrication leads,incorporating required changes.
• Apply sound design practices, applicable codes and projectspecifications.

FabricationSupport & Design Control

• Provide timely technical support to engineers and fabricationtrades.
• Coordinate design changes with engineering and project‑managementteams.
• Visit the shop floor to confirm fit, resolve questions and ensuredesign intent is achieved.
• Maintain models, drawings and BOMs throughout revisions inaccordance with quality standards.
• Capture lessons learned and improve modelling practices andstandard details.

Requirements

What YouBring

• Mechanical Engineering Design Technology diploma, MechanicalEngineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong SolidWorks 3D‑modelling skills, including pipe routing andweldments.
• Experience preparing fabrication drawings, assembly drawings andbills of material.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Experience modelling sanitary or pharmaceutical piping is an asset.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, engineering sketches and mechanicaldrawings.
• Practical understanding of fabrication methods, welding, formedmetal and assembly.
• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation or mechanical analysis is anasset.

What’sOffered

$75,000–$90,000 + benefits + RRSP matching

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or makehiring decisions for this role. All applications are reviewed and evaluated byour recruitment team.

Vacancy Status

This posting represents a current vacancy.

Additional Notes

Compensation discussions and negotiation guidance will be providedduring the hiring process as appropriate.