Mechanical Engineer (Design & Simulation)

Nordion; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative team in Ottawa. In this role, you will be pivotal in designing and analyzing mechanical systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance and safety. Your expertise in finite element analysis and mechanical design will be crucial in tackling complex engineering challenges across various projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in the healthcare industry, where your work will have a direct impact on the safety and quality of healthcare services worldwide. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis.
• Strong background in FEA, thermal analysis, and solid mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in designing and analyzing mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and quality.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Thermal Analysis

Solid Mechanics

Stress Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) License

Tools

Ansys

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Design & Simulation)

Job Description

In this role as an Engineer Specialist, you will be key in the design and analysis of mechanical systems and structures, ensuring they meet high standards for performance, safety, and reliability. Your expertise will help us come up with practical solutions, tackle complex engineering challenges, and contribute to the success of projects of all sizes, from large to small. You will work on a variety of projects that push the limits of mechanical engineering, focusing on mechanical design, structural and thermal integrity, and optimization using Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Job Responsibilities:

1. Lead your own projects from start to finish, designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems and structures.
2. Create reliable, high-quality solutions using skills in finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, solid mechanics, and stress analysis.
3. Support a variety of engineering needs, including work on Production Irradiator (PI) products.
4. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, and other engineers to ensure project success.
5. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet both customer and company expectations.
6. Validate and refine components and systems, ensuring they perform at their best and meet the highest quality standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

1. Strong background in mechanical design and analysis, with a solid understanding of industry standards.
2. Minimum 8 years of experience with structural and thermal FEA analysis, optimizing designs for strength, stability, and thermal performance.
3. Proven experience leading design projects, from brainstorming and prototyping to testing and final implementation of mechanical and electromechanical systems.
4. Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical ideas in simple terms to both technical and non-technical audiences.
5. Hands-on experience with testing protocols, analyzing results, and creating detailed reports to guide decisions and improvements.
6. Strong problem-solving skills, offering creative solutions and technical advice to overcome design challenges.
7. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license or eligibility for accreditation.

Other Assets:

1. Experience with electromechanical systems or multi-disciplinary design.
2. Experience with Ansys for advanced FEA techniques.
3. Experience with SolidWorks.
4. Experience working in a highly regulated industry (Nuclear is preferred).
5. Basic understanding of radiation shielding design and analysis.

Requirements and Additional Information:

1. Occasional overtime to meet project requirements.
2. Occasional travel requirements (up to 30 days/year, including international travel).
3. Successfully complete all required training and certification as a Nuclear Energy Worker.

Job Info

• Job Identification 12952
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 01/06/2025, 03:20 PM
• Locations 447 March Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, CA
• Apply Before 01/13/2025, 03:20 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time

About Us

Sotera Health is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years, we help ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year. Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees dedicated to safety and quality.

About the Team

Nordion is a leading global provider of Cobalt-60 used in sterilization and irradiation processes for various industries. Learn more about Nordion at www.nordion.com.