Mechanical Designer

Position Overview

Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking for Structural Design Contractors to assist our engineering team. We are looking for contractors with a mining and heavy industrial background to join us.

Giffen is a Canadian company, with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON, that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.

• Provide mechanical design and drafting support
• Develop 3D models using Inventor/Solid Works and integration into plant layout models
• Prepare drawings for mechanical equipment, piping, and structural steel platework using AutoCAD/Inventor
• Analyze designs of mechanical equipment, process systems, and mechanical components while adhering to established guidelines and client specifications
• Interpret complex drawings that incorporate interfacing civil, structural, and architectural design requirements with piping, process, and electrical disciplines
• Prepare material take-offs and equipment lists
• Review and perform quality checks of project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation against project standards and specifications
• Provide input on tendering, contract administration, schedule, and budget to ensure projects are completed to specification
• Write and review technical reports, equipment specifications, and construction specifications
• Collaborate with vendors, clients, and other key stakeholders

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent from an accredited university or college
• 7+ years of progressive experience as a Mechanical Designer on mining/heavy industrial projects
• Familiar with greenfield and brownfield projects
• Experience in mechanical equipment and plant layout design
• Familiar with mechanical design and analysis software like Inventor, AutoCAD, Solid Works, and Navisworks is considered an asset
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice