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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Actalent
Part Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40 - 47 CAD Hourly CAD 40.00 47.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:
Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping mission-critical systems for Canada’s next-generation fleet of protection and research vessels. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design advanced electronics packaging solutions for assemblies operating in harsh environments, enabling state-of-the-art situational awareness for the Canadian Navy.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review project deliverables such as plans, reports, models, and drawings within your area of technical expertise.
  • Create and design electronic packaging solutions in compliance with industry standards, addressing environmental conditions like shock/vibration, moisture/dust ingress, and electrical/magnetic susceptibility and emissions.
  • Utilize computer-aided design tools to design new components and systems, and modify existing designs to enhance production.
  • Conduct thermal, fluids (CFD), and structural (FEA) analysis and simulations.
  • Analyze schematics and mechanical drawings to ensure accurate transfer to manufacturing.
  • Build parts Bill Of Materials (BOMs) and manage obsolescence challenges as necessary.
  • Apply configuration/change management principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Support manufacturing and production teams during new product introduction phases.
  • Assist in the development of budgets, schedules, progress reports, and trade studies.
  • Conduct peer reviews and provide support to colleagues.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Functional Lead.
  • Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
  • Experience designing using Solid Works and CREO.
  • Must be eligible for Canadian Government Security Clearances
  • Assets:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a Mechanical Technologist diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution.
  • Experience with Military Standards such as MIL-STD 810, MIL-STD 461/464, and MIL-STD 901/167.
  • Resourceful individual with strong vendor liaison and customer communication skills.
  • Results-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic.
  • Work Environment

    Hybrid work environment with a requirement of 2–3 days per week on-site, offering flexibility with no fixed days.

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract position based out of Ottawa, ON.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $47.00/hr.

    Workplace Type

    This is a hybrid position in Ottawa,ON.

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