Senior Mechanical Designer

HD Engineering & Design; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete benefits package

RRSP and TFSA options

Annual bonuses

Health and wellness spend account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HD Engineering & Design, based in Saskatoon, seeks a Senior Mechanical Designer to deliver 3D modeling, drafting, and analysis for mining and industrial projects. You will prepare as-built drawings, reviews, and documentation while mentoring junior designers and coordinating with project teams.

The role requires a Diploma/DMET, 11+ years of experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. Opportunities include field verification, site work, and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Mechanical and/or DMET required.
• 11+ years of experience in mechanical design and related fields.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong organizational and project planning abilities; client focus.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical drafting, 3D modeling, simulation and analysis.
• As-built drawings and drafting reviews, and document checks.
• Create documentation per project requirements and schedules.
• Field checking at shops/client facilities; commissioning support.
• Mentor junior designers and manage team deliverables.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets; client relationship management.
• Site visits to client mines and facilities as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization & planning

Relationship building

Education

DMET or Design/Manufacturing Engineering Technology diploma

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Job description

HD Engineering & Design (HD) is an engineering, design, and project management firm locally owned and based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Our mission is to support our client’s capital-project requirements, continuous improvement, and maintenance initiatives by providing high quality and practical services that offer a fit-for-purpose solution. HD is continuously growing to support the demands of the mining and industrial sectors. Our services include full-discipline engineering and design, discrete element modelling, finite element analysis, studies and capital planning, scheduling and cost control, and project management.

At HD we believe that how we achieve our results is equally important to the results produced. Our project delivery and customer relations are built on HD’s values of Safety, People, Integrity, Experience, Quality, and Innovation.

HD values diversity in the workplace. Visible minorities, women, and those with Indigenous and Metis ancestry are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical and/or Design and Manufacturing Engineering Technology (DMET)
• 11+ years of experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and project planning skills
• People oriented with an ability to establish relationships, credibility, and trust

Other Valuable Experience:

• Inventor, AutoCAD 2D and 3D
• Project management
• Bulk materials handling
• Safety certifications and training
• Industrial and on-site experience
• Mobile equipment, heavy industrial equipment, or mining equipment
• Fabrication experience and machine design

As a Senior Mechanical Designer your responsibilities will include:

• Mechanical drafting, 3D modeling, simulation and analysis
• As-built drawings
• Drafting reviews and checking documents
• Creating other documentation as per project requirements
• Field checking and verification at various shops or client facilities
• Equipment, fabrication inspection, and commissioning
• Establishing client relationships and delivery of projects
• Project coordination duties such as tracking and reporting
• Contributing to project reports, in collaboration with project team members
• Mentoring Junior and Intermediate Designers
• Holding team members accountable for their actions and individual responsibilities
• Maintaining project schedules and budgets, staying aware of project progress
• Work at client mine sites and other client facilities
• Other tasks as required to meet our clients and operational requirements

Working Conditions

HD believes in a work-life balance and flex-time. We expect employees to work hard, then pursue outside interests. We look for professionals who are flexible and excel in a team environment. We value employees who can prioritize commitments to achieve both personal and professional satisfaction.

• 40 hours per week, or 80 hours over two-week payroll period
• Overtime as required to meet operational and client requirements
• Encourage eating lunch in the lunchroom or patio to socialize with co-workers
• Dress code is business casual
• Office and site work as required
• Site visits, including overnight trips

Compensation

HD offers a competitive remuneration package including a complete benefits program, RSP and TFSA options, and annual bonuses based on company and personal performance.

Our benefits package includes healthcare, paramedical coverage, vision and dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, critical care coverage, and accidental death and dismemberment. We offer a health and wellness spend account and have a comprehensive Employee and Family Assistance Program.