mechanical engineer projects

• • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• • In shop

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
  • Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs
  • Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
  • 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

Supervision

• • 11-15 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• • Project management software
  • Computer-aided design (CAD)

Area of work experience

• • Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
  • Operations or production
  • Quality assurance or control
  • Research and development

Area of specialization

• • Material handling
  • Project management
  • Aluminum windows and doors

Security and safety

• • Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• • Own vehicle
  • Willing to travel
  • Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to distinguish between colours
  • Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Reliability