Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Hatch Ltd.; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. in Niagara Falls, ON is seeking a Mechanical Designer Drafter entry-level to join our Project Delivery Group.

You will support 3D modeling, 2D drawings, and collaboration with the discipline lead across global projects from the Niagara Falls office. The role targets new graduates with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, offering an opportunity to develop CAD skills (AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation) and gain site exposure, with occasional travel to other offices or project

Qualifications

• Must be working toward graduating in 2027 or recently graduated with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Academic excellence with extracurricular involvement in school or community.
• Co-op or summer internships in Mechanical or Piping design are assets.
• Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) is an asset.
• Understanding layout development for industrial facilities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and other Hatch groups.
• Support field verification and provide field support during construction.
• Travel to other Hatch offices or project sites as needed.

Skills

Design principles

Team player

Excellent communication

Quick learner

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bentley MicroStation

OpenPlant

Design Review CAD

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Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100917

Job Category:Campus

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems. Our engineering and project management and construction disciplines ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of projects globally across the metals and mining, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies.

Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!

Hatch is seeking a Mechanical Designer Drafter new graduate with interest in Mechanical design. Reporting to the Mechanical Discipline Lead Engineer or Discipline Lead Designer you will support projects globally working from the Niagara Falls, ON office with potential opportunities to work in other Hatch offices and at project job sites.

The Mechanical groupis comprised of a group of professional engineers, designers and technologists led by a management team that has pioneered renewable power technology globally.We have experience in the design, construction and commissioning of mining, milling and smelting facilities throughout the world. We are looking for young designers eager to be involved in complex small and large-scale mining projects, and able to demonstrate their keen problem-solving skills in developing practical solutions. The candidate must be a self-motivated individual capable of working both independently and within a team environment.

What Will a Career at Hatch Offer You:

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways
• Work on challenging projects and problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis
• Gain relevant experience and support in obtaining your professional designation
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry
• Participate in local Professional Development Programs, and more to develop your skills
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Responsibilities:

• Work independently to apply design principles for 3D models and 2D mechanical equipment, general arrangement drawings of facilities and processes.
• Work collaboratively to share the results of your work with senior members of the discipline and/or other Hatch groups
• Develop 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical equipment.
• Become knowledgeable of various mechanical equipment, various design tools, piping system design, discipline workflows, and industrial components/processes.
• Participate in office and site safety training and inductions as needed to support office and site activities
• Perform field verification, and provide field support during construction
• Willingness and ability to travel and work in other Hatch offices or project work sites (including remote sites) as needs and opportunities arise

You bring to the role:

• Must be working towards graduating in 2027, or recently graduated, with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar program.
• Excel academically while being actively involved in extra-curricular and/or volunteer activities at school or in the community
• Previous relevant co-op and summer work terms or internships in Mechanical or Piping design is an asset
• Academic or work experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley MicroStation, OpenPlant or Design Review CAD software is an asset.
• Understanding or experience with layout development of industrial facilities is considered an asset

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of design principles related to mechanical equipment and systems
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Adapts and embraces change

Compensation:

Range: $61,000 - $64,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.