Mechanical Engineering Designer

About the job Mechanical Engineering Designer

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

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

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