Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our client is an established multi-discipline engineering and consulting firm that has been operating since 1980. They provide mechanical, structural, civil, and electrical engineering services primarily for heavy industrial clients.

Their work includes the design, analysis, modernization, repair, installation, testing, and commissioning of industrial machinery and equipment. Projects can involve mill equipment, cranes and lifting devices, hoists, conveyors, material-handling systems, machinery, equipment modifications, and related industrial structures.

Mechanical Engineer Responsibilities:

Develop mechanical designs for new equipment, machinery, modifications, repairs, and upgrades.
Perform engineering calculations and analysis to support designs.
Perform or support finite element analysis (FEA), stress analysis, and design validation.
Develop 2D drawings, 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering documentation.
Prepare drawings and specifications for fabrication and installation.
Work with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and related engineering/design software.

Evaluate existing machinery and equipment and develop solutions for upgrades, repairs, capacity increases, and reliability improvements.
Participate in engineering studies, equipment evaluations, troubleshooting, and failure/root-cause analysis.
Coordinate with structural, civil, electrical, and other engineering disciplines.
Work with clients, fabricators, contractors, and internal engineering teams throughout projects.
Provide field support when needed for equipment inspections, measurements, installation, testing, start-up, and commissioning.
Depending on experience, take ownership of projects and provide technical guidance to other engineers/designers.
What they are looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong hands-on design background.
Industrial machinery/equipment design experience strongly preferred.
AutoCAD experience.
Autodesk Inventor experience.
FEA/stress-analysis experience.
Ability to perform engineering calculations and apply applicable codes and standards.
Experience producing engineering drawings and design documentation.
Heavy industrial, steel/mill, OEM equipment, automation, material handling, crane/lifting, manufacturing, or similar experience is highly relevant.
Someone who can contribute technically and work independently rather than requiring extensive training.