Work Shift:Job Description:The Electro-Mechanical Designer will utilize sound electro-mechanical knowledge and experience to execute integrated Warehouse Solutions projects for customers. The role requires the application of standard products & components as well as custom electrical/mechanical design of new features/integration with field equipment. A strong foundation and understanding of industrial electrical controls is a requirement.
Responsibilities:- Own projects from kickoff through design, procurement, manufacture, shipping & commissioning.
- Comprehend the project technical objectives. Create and manage the design to this end through collaboration with sales, project management and production groups.
- Control established design/build timing targets to meet customer requirements.
- Responsible for the ERP job content, bill of materials, requisitioning of materials, release of production orders, release of electrical and mechanical manufacturing drawings.
- Create installation and commissioning instructions supporting field resources.
- Independently develop workable electrical designs utilizing standard schematic sets, customization of control & power circuits, develop new project specific electrical features.
- Strong Autocad skills for schematic development.
- Strong 3D Solidworks skills for electrical enclosure design & cable management features.
- Complete mechanical designs and drawings using Solidworks and Autocad.
- Set-up, organize and maintain Solidworks PDM drawings data for use by the engineering and manufacturing team.
- Develop control designs for mechanical systems including component specifications, component selection, enclosure design, programming, interconnection, and cable design.
- Generate manuals to accompany product, when required.
- Be responsible for establishing and maintaining CAD data standards, structures, processes, and supporting documents for the engineering team.
- Check for errors which cause rework and mistakes.
- Document changes to projects or jobs and ensure proper documentation occurs.
- Make recommendations on products, designs, and materials for cost improvement.
- Attend project kick off meetings, site visits, department meetings and project debrief meetings.
- Liaise with the manufacturing team to ensure design/project is executed correctly and within timelines.
- Proactively provide technical support for shop production.
- Collaborate with the installation team &service department and respond to questions and/or problems before and during the installation stage of projects.
Qualifications:- Degree or Diploma in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, electrical engineering, or systems engineering with exposure to mechanical design, electrical design, control integration, and PLC programming.
- Solidworks training courses an asset.
- P.Eng. designation an asset.
- AutoCAD certification an asset.
- Maintain valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Maintain valid passport with ability to travel in North America as needed, less than 10%.
- 5+ years of related experience as a Mechanical Engineer/Designer, Electrical Engineer/Designer, Applications Engineer, or related position.
- Industrial Controls Design experience
- Exceptional skills using Solidworks PDM Professional in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience working in Lean manufacturing environment, methods, and process improvement programs.
- Experience with installing, integrating, and commissioning custom industrial equipment.
- Experience with PLC programming & troubleshooting an asset.
- Experience with developing material handling equipment an asset.
- Proficient software experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV or CSI (Cloud Suite Industrial), and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project).
Core Competencies, Interpersonal & Intrapersonal Skills:- Above average communication effectiveness; speaks, listens, and writes in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
- History of communicating up, down and throughout the organization encouraging candor and clarity.
- Foster Teamwork: work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.
- Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities matrix with solid analytical skills.
- Proven track record to build strong positive relationships with internal and external customers, actively listens to and understands impact on others.
- Able to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
- Manufacturing and business acumen with a positive attitude, behaves ethically and a willingness to learn.
- Proactive, self-starter, with initiative and ability to operate with minimal supervision.
- Able to navigate a team of technical professionals involved in multiple projects.
- Organized and able to communicate multiple timelines and schedules.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborate within a team environment to pursue solutions to challenges.
- Managing the scope and pace of change aligning priorities and resources to effectively multitask with attention to detail, while concurrently meeting the requirements of timely deadlines.
- Ability to work under pressure with high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people with ambiguity and have a flexible approach.
- Creates an open, positive work environment to stimulate open discussions.
- Commits to a course of action despite incomplete information, if required.
- Demonstrates integrity, elicits trust and emotional capacity.
- Encourages constructive questioning to achieve collective success.
- Demonstrates the ability to cross train others and can articulate mandates, goals, and outcomes of their position.
- Practice's flexibility, transparency and fairness in all day-to-day activities and actions.
- Encourages and incorporates diverse and creative initiatives and perspectives.
Working Conditions:- Works in office and manufacturing facility with flexibility for travel to off-site meetings
- Usually works a standard forty (40) hour work week
- May be required to work some overtime hours to attend meetings or meet organizational needs
- May experience tight deadlines and stressful conditions at times
- Must be able to manage frequent interruptions and multiple tasks daily
- Ability to move around factory workstations, and lift from 25 to 50 pounds, walking and stairs
- Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended periods
Salary Range: $72,347 - $108,520
This job posting is for a new or replacement position within our organization.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
