Mechanical Designer

Overview

Cambrian College's Applied Research Department requires a full time Mechanical Designer.

Note: Internal candidates, as defined by the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

• Provide assistance with the practical delivery of applied research projects in the subject areas of mechanical design.
• Work with the project leads to engage industry partners seeking engineering and research solutions and to scope out and deliver projects in service of industry needs.
• Carry out design, drafting and testing of mechanical and fabricated systems using specialized software and hardware, while also working with students who may also be working on projects in the lab.
• As part of project work, the incumbent may be asked to design concepts using Solid Works and build mechanical prototypes using shop equipment.

• Three (3) year diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology. A copy of educational documents must be submitted with application. Education completed outside of Canada requires WES or ICAS evaluation with the application.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience working on mechanical design and product development solutions in industry or applied R&D setting. Experience in mining sector is desirable.
• Solid understanding of the design of underground vehicles; proficient in Solid Works; clear understanding of design principles and 2D drawings.
• Sound computer and mobile application skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Energetic self-starter with excellent organizational, time-management, technical and analytical skills.
• Experience in mining sector and postsecondary educational setting is desirable.

• To be considered, candidates must provide the following as attachments:
  • Educational documents
  • WES/ICAS Equivalence if degrees/diplomas are from a non-Canadian university

• Vacation Days: 15 vacation days (after one year of continuous service)
• Mandatory Benefits:
  Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Extended Health Care, Dental Care, Vision Care, Hearing Care, Pension Plan
• Optional Health Care Benefits:
  Supplementary Life Insurance, Employee Optional Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Spousal Optional Life Insurance, Critical Illness
• CAAT Pension Plan:
  Our employee benefit plan package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions.
• Employee Perks:
  Education and Technology Loan Plan, Tuition Subsidy Program, Higher Education Funding, Technology Loan Plan, Family Tuition Bursary Program, Discounted Access to Fitness Facility/Fitness Classes
• Other:
  Various employee discounts available at retailers