Mechanical Engineer - Research and Development

ABB Schweiz AG; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Quebec is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for their R&D team. The role involves designing and manufacturing optical sensors for environmental monitoring. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree and experience in complex systems. ABB offers a supportive workplace with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Accident insurance

Healthcare plan

Wellbeing program

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in complex systems development.
• Knowledge of optical systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design instruments in accordance with requirements, costs, and deadlines.
• Supervise assembly, commissioning, and testing of prototypes.
• Participate in design reviews and client presentations.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Research and Development

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.

Position Reporting To

R&D Engineer

Role and Responsibilities

ABB Measurement & Analytics Plant in Quebec is a world leader in spectroscopy. Our contract engineering service is the largest Canadian supplier of space optical sensors used for monitoring greenhouse gases and global weather forecasting. Our plant is also recognized for developing and manufacturing products that meet diverse industrial analysis needs daily. Joining one of Quebec's largest engineering departments, you will contribute to a dynamic multidisciplinary team as a mechanical engineer within the opto-mechanical team. Your responsibilities include designing, manufacturing, and commissioning projects, with a focus on mechanical aspects.

• Design instruments in accordance with requirements, costs, and deadlines.
• Select and optimize manufacturing processes (CNC machining, molding, bending, 3-D printing, etc.).
• Verify and seal plans following geometric tolerancing standards.
• Document mechanical designs, establish tolerancing budgets, and inspection plans.
• Supervise assembly, commissioning, and testing of prototypes.
• Participate in design reviews and client presentations at key milestones.
• Contribute to planning and technical proposals (estimations).
• Support production occasionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with 5-10 years of experience in complex systems development; knowledge of optical systems is an asset.
• Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, heat treatments, and surface treatments.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing principles.
• Experience with structural and thermal FEA (asset).
• Experience designing aerospace instruments or for harsh environments (asset).
• Knowledge of high-pressure equipment standards (ASME) or explosive environments (ATEX) (asset).
• Member of the OIQ.
• Bilingual in French and English, with strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Accident insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Wellbeing program

Additional Information

This position is contingent upon obtaining Industrial Security Level 2 clearance and a certificate from the Department of Controlled Goods. We invite you to learn more about ABB at www.abb.com. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes for nine consecutive years, ABB values a caring, inclusive workplace. We are committed to employment equity and provide accommodations for persons with disabilities. Our Military Reservist Policy supports Canada's Reserve Force members in maintaining their careers while serving.