Mechanical Engineer

Fabhr.ca; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Ottawa is looking for a Mechanical Designer to develop CAD/CAM files for CNC machines and industrial robotics. Responsibilities include creating new sheet metal products, supporting the factory floor, and collaborating with the Sales Team to meet customer specifications. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, experience in mechanical design, proficiency in SolidWorks, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a pay rate starting from $30 per hour.

Benefits

Dental care

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a mechanical designer.
• Experience in the complete development cycle of sheet-metal products.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce CAD/CAM files for sheet metal enclosures using SolidWorks.
• Work with Sales to develop new customer-specific products.
• Provide ongoing technical support to manufacturing.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

CAD/CAM file development

SolidWorks proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Radan

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Employer details Fabhr.ca

*FabHR* is currently looking for a dynamic Mechanical Designer for one of its manufacturing clients based in Ottawa, Ontario. This position will primarily be tasked with the development of all CAD/CAM files and programs for use on various CNC controlled machine tools and industrial robotics. Responsibilities will also include development of new sheet metal products and related technical literature using SolidWorks and Microsoft Office Suite. The CAD/CAM function is a combination of modifying standard products to meet specific customer requirements and producing standard programs for new products that are developed. The successful candidate will also provide technical support to the factory floor for product design and manufacturability related issues.

Responsibilities

• Produce all CAD/CAM files for cutting, folding, welding and finishing of sheet metal enclosures using SolidWorks and Radan.
• Work with the Sales Team to develop new products that meet specific customer requirements.
• Review and specify components outsourced to suppliers.
• Liaise with manufacturing as the “design expert” and provide ongoing technical support.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a mechanical designer.
• Extensive experience as a full‑time CAD/CAM file and program developer.
• Experience with the complete development cycle of sheet‑metal based products from conception to manufacture.
• Creative teamwork and problem‑solving skills for specific customer application needs.
• Strong time‑management, planning and organizational skills.
• Self‑starter, customer‑service focused with a positive attitude.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Radan.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access and Outlook) and Internet Explorer.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Ability to multi‑task & work under pressure.
• A tireless work ethic, driven to persevere until expectations have been exceeded.
• Post‑secondary degree in engineering required.

Job Details

Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits: Dental care, On‑site parking

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Location: Ottawa, ON (required)

Work Location: In person

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those who most closely match our requirements will be contacted.