Mechanical Designer/ Engineer- Project Lead

Mechanical Designer/ Engineer- Project Lead Role The Mechanical Designer/Engineer is responsible for managing small sized projects (size and complexity) and the day-to-day activities within the project group including all technical, scheduling and project management issues. Responsibilities Business Development • Work to develop strong, ongoing relationships with clients, building operators, contractors and other members of the Design Team. • Create Proposals and Fee Letters as requested by the Principal. General Management • Keep Group Lead apprised of activities. • Lead by example, following proper procedures. • Participate in training courses and show initiative for professional development. • Provide insightful and enthusiastic assistance to other staff. • Schedule workload appropriately, maximizing productive time. • Work enthusiastically with the Group to accomplish common objectives. Production • Attend and participate in weekly Mechanical meetings if called upon by Principal. • Ensure compliance with company procedures and design standards. • Ensure that all projects within the Group are staying on track and on schedule. • Inform Group members of any upcoming scheduling issues. • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of their team. • Consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals and present engineering reports and findings on small projects. • Assign, co-ordinate and review the technical work of the project teams. • Participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects or in the engineering work of the department. • Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems. • Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates. Skills & Qualifications • Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma required • At least 3-5 years of experience • Strong design skills with meticulous attention to detail • Proven technical background • Effective skills in project management operations, budgeting, business process and productivity improvements • Problem-solving and analytical ability; makes sound and timely decisions; able to timely identify key issues and understands when to consult Group Lead • Self-motivated, operates independently • Aptitude and experience in adapting to, managing change • Familiarity in the use of business principles and systems for administration and management of projects and resources • Proactively seeks opportunities for improvement of processes within own area of across other departments • Builds strong relationships: listens and learns from team, peers and superiors to identify areas for collaboration, problem solving and personal development • Customer focus: demonstrates sound judgment when key customer decisions need to be made in their area of responsibility, within their scope of accountability • Good presentation skills and effective communication skills both written and spoken • Sound approach to teamwork • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, BlueBeam and AutoCAD and other engineering software • Demonstrated knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation and regulations