Mechanical Engineering Designer

Plastic Staffing Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Designer in London, Ontario. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading product design and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The role requires a university degree in Mechanical Engineering, a P. Eng license, and a minimum of 15 years' manufacturing experience. Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good general knowledge of metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to understand manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead in designing and verifying new products.
• Maintain production control system and technical publications.
• Conduct physical testing on engineering prototypes.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and procedures.
• Manage projects with attention to schedule and deliverables.

Skills

3D Design (SolidWorks)

Manufacturing processes

FEA Analysis

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering

P. Eng license

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• The MED will play a lead role in designing and verifying suitability of new products as well as updating existing products.
• Maintaining our production control system, our technical publications (Operators and Parts Manuals) and our Standard Operating Procedures.
• The MED will utilize their technical and organizational skills along with their practical knowledge, welding, fabrication and assembly processes to develop and maintain the systems that support the production operations.
• Perform physical testing on engineering prototypes.
• Ensures compliance with approved design standards to provide quality design, safety, constructability, reliable operation, construction economy, and operating convenience.
• The MED, in conjunction with the Supervisors will monitor, audit and ensure that our Standard Operating Procedures are in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• This position could Lead into managing an Engineering department. This would include assigning duties, supervising and providing guidance, training and coaching as required.
• They will participate in functional and safety audits of our operations.
• Manage projects with attention to schedule, capacity planning, and other project deliverables.
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Organized and detail oriented
• Effective communicator
• Sound judgment and tact
• Working Knowledge
• Good general knowledge of manufacturing processes in a metal fabrication environment is a must.
• Proficient in 3D (Solidworks) design
• Must be a self starter
• FEA Analysis
• Create assemblies, designs, BOMs, etc. using SolidWorks
• Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, Word, Excel
• Ability to give clear visual, written, and oral instruction
• Problem-solving and project management skills
• Demonstrated aptitude for creative design work
• Strong speaking, writing, and listening skills
• Can demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly.
• Preferred experience in the design and / or manufacturing of heavy / mobile / construction type equipment and understanding of engines, hydraulics, and basic electronics

Education and Experience

University Degree Mechanical Engineering, P. Eng licensed is a must .

15+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment