Sr Mechanical Designer

Samuel, Son & Co.; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Ontario is seeking a qualified Mechanical Designer with over 10 years of experience. The role involves designing mechanical systems, mentoring junior designers, and ensuring effective project management. Candidates must have a Technologist Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in CAD. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members. A valid passport may be required for local and international travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Mechanical Design experience or equivalent.
• Ability to work at advanced levels of design complexity.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Responsibilities

• Design and review mechanical systems for assigned projects.
• Specify and obtain quotes for specialized equipment.
• Mentor Junior level Mechanical Designers.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

CAD Proficiency

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Technologist Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Required to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company Health and Safety and other Policies
• Determine, understand and verify the function and mechanics of assigned projects
• Review initial concept with sales, project manager, customer and supervisor, as required
• Formulate machine design in CAD using simple, efficient and cost effective processes
• Specify and obtain quotes for specialized purchased equipment
• Source and qualify all purchased mechanical, sensing, pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Compile Sequence of Operations, I / O List, Pneumatic BOM and Valve Bank Layout
• Responsible for checking and releasing BOM to Purchasing
• Work with assigned programmer to create working program
• Respond to questions from machine shop and assembly during building of machine
• Work with machine builder throughout the debugging phase
• Review marked up drawings, and work with assigned detailer to update complete drawing package
• Stores data (specifications, quotes, estimates, drawings etc.) according to Samuel standards
• Mentor Junior level Mechanical Designers

Position Requirements : (Knowledge, Skill, Ability)

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Ability to work at advanced levels of design complexity
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to proficiently use CAD and current office computer software
• Must be creative, have a mechanical aptitude and think and visualize in 3 dimensions
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and internal team members

Autonomy and Authority :

• Work as a fully qualified professional without detailed supervision, but within clear guidelines, defined standards and specifications
• Responsible for the design of complete lines or standalone machines
• Will guide and monitor the work of other engineers or technical staff working within the engineering department or on the same projects
• Provides input to management with respect to the evolution of company and department technical standards and designs

Education, Experience, and Qualifications :

• Technologist Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of Mechanical Design experience or equivalent
• Valid Passport and driver’s license may be required, as well as the ability to travel to customer sites both locally and internationally.

Special Requirements (physical demands and work environment) : The employee occasionally will spend time in an environment where he / she is exposed to medium to high noise levels and where safety glasses and adequate shoes are essential