project mechanical engineer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Urban area
• Consulting firm
• Various locations
• Manufacturing or processing industry
• Engineering firm

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
• Design power plants, machines and equipment
• Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
• Supervise and inspect the installation of mechanical systems
• Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
• Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for industrial construction or maintenance
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates
• Assess business opportunities and develop strategies

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AutoCAD Certification
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Windows
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• MS Office
• MS Excel

Area of work experience

• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
• Operations or production
• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Research and development
• Evaluate work environments, programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury
• Project management
• Fabrication
• Project coordination
• Design
• Project planning

Area of specialization

• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
• Material handling
• Construction
• Drafting
• Industrial design

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is available
• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality
• Hardworking
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available