Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Transco Northwest Inc.; Stevensville (MT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Fabrication Works in Stevensville, MT is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to support innovative equipment design and detailing. The role collaborates with senior designers and engineers to develop and review robust mechanical concepts, drawings, and BOMs, ensuring quality and safety across projects.

The position emphasizes SDS2 detailing, SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency, collaboration in design walkarounds, and active involvement in cost estimation and project

Qualifications

• Experience with SDS2 detailing and 3D modeling is preferred.
• Ability to read and translate engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Play an active role in design and drafting activities for standard and custom equipment, independently or with colleagues.
• Prepare initial calculations and simulations, reviewed by a Professional Engineer or senior designer.
• Develop Bills of Materials, Cutlists and Patterns with precise guidance for production.
• Collaborate with Senior Design team to create design standards documentation.
• Attend design meetings and walkarounds to contribute insights from your experience.
• Maintain a design journal and contribute to project wrap-up notes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tools

SDS2

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Job Description Montana Fabrication Works

Company Overview:

At Montana Fabrication Works, we're a Montana-based company with a highly skilled workforce boasting over 75 years of collective expertise in steel fabrication across diverse sectors of construction and manufacturing. Our reach extends throughout North America as we cater to a spectrum of industries. From expansive projects to intricate tasks, our focus remains steadfast on Construction, Mining, and Manufacturing. Our proficiency spans estimating, budgeting, engineering, and detailing, with a commitment to excellence. Notably, our track record of cultivating enduring partnerships reflects our ability to meet the needs of our most exacting customers. As we eagerly embrace fresh connections, we look forward to the new challenges that will come our way.

Innovative Custom Designs:

As a valued member of our team at Montana Fabrication Works, you will hold a crucial role as a Structural/Mechanical Designer/Detailer responsible for equipment design and detailing. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in developing innovative solutions and ensuring the utmost quality and safety across our projects. Collaborating closely with our Senior Designers and Professional Engineers, you will actively engage in a range of tasks to deliver exceptional results for our customers. We are situated in Stevensville, MT. While preference will be given to candidates available to work from our Stevensville office, this role provides the opportunity for a hybrid and/or remote work setup, enabling you to contribute efficiently while benefiting from flexibility.

Key Responsibilities and skills you may have:

Innovative Equipment Design and Detailing:

• Play an active role in design and drafting activities for both standard and custom equipment, either independently or in cooperation with colleagues.
• Prepare and execute initial calculations and simulations, subject to review by a Professional Engineer or senior designer.
• Familiarity with material handling, aggregate, asphalt, and cement processing will be an asset.
• Develop comprehensive Bills of Materials, Cutlists, and Patterns, ensuring precise guidelines for equipment production.
• Thoroughly examine designs, project releases, revisions, Bills of Materials, and patterns to uphold quality and adherence to standards.

Cost Estimation and Project Management:

• Develop proficiency in cost estimation, feasibility analysis, and project management for personal standard design projects.
• Gather supplier estimates and analyze materials for cost-effectiveness and strength.

Collaborative Standardization Efforts:

• Collaborate with the Senior Design team to create comprehensive standards documentation that aligns with the Montana Fabrication Works design standards manual (subject to senior team review).

Active Participation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Attending design meetings and Design walkarounds to foster a deeper understanding of ongoing projects and contribute insights based on your experiences.

Project Documentation and Presentation:

• Maintain a design journal for active projects, presenting useful information for future projects at Design Wrap-up meetings.
• Contribute to the "what have we learned" notes distributed at the conclusion of projects.

Safety and Ethical Vigilance:

• Employ your knowledge of design, engineering, and ethics to identify and elevate any safety or ethical concerns within the company.

Safety Advocacy:

• Champion a safe work environment, promptly reporting any unsafe machinery, practices, or designs to supervisors or the safety team.

Computer Skills Required:

• Detailing using SDS2 (Steel Detailing Software) empowers you to undertake complex structural analyses with accuracy and efficiency.
• Expertise in industry-standard design and drafting software such as Solidworks and AutoCAD will be an asset for translating innovative ideas into precise and detailed equipment designs.
• Skill using the Microsoft suite of office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, enables seamless communication, documentation, and presentation of project-related information.
• Your command of these tools plays an instrumental role in elevating our design processes and ensuring the seamless execution of projects.

Compensation:

• Compensation will be determined in accordance with our company grid, taking into consideration your level of experience.