Mechanical Designer/ Drafter
3 days ago
Barrie ON, Simcoe County, ON; Ontario, Canada
Innovative Group of Companies
Full-time
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Innovative Automation encourages anyone who answered yes to the above question.
Located in Barrie, Ontario, Innovative Automation designs and delivers advanced custom automation solutions for global manufacturers, including Fortune 500 companies. We foster a culture where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work, and where people are supported to grow both technically and professionally.
Invest in employee growth through training, development, and advancement opportunities
Support community involvement and team connection through events and fundraisers
Value safety, family, and well-being alongside performance and quality
Employer Matched RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Program)
Flex-time Policy (flexible start and end times)
Extended Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paramedical, EFAP Benefits
Healthcare Spending Account
We are looking for Intermediate & Senior Mechanical Designers. Our designers take customer ideas and specifications to generate industry leading solutions. Innovative is looking to expand our design team, with individuals who tackle technical challenges head on and enjoy working within a team environment.
Collaborate with Sales team and Customer to understand project requirements and machine concepts
Work directly with vendors to verify component selections
Develop sales concepts into detailed 3D CAD models using creative problem solving and application of engineering theory
Delegate duties and coordinate the design process with Junior, and Contractor resources., which could include up to 10 resources during the design phases of large-scale projects
Review designs of project team, checking for scope intent, functionality, simplicity, and manufacturability
Meet with Project Manager and team members to ensure project deliverables are tracking per schedule and scope
Conduct design reviews to customer for approval, prior to manufacturing
Ability to create and facilitate Machine Safety Risk Assessments with the Project team
Review or prepare detailed manufacturing component and assembly drawings per IA standards
Supports Build team as required during the Assembly and Development of the equipment
Update designs and drawings upon development and project completion
Contribute ideas for Continuous Improvement projects that improve the departments operation and efficiency
Mentor and support Junior level mechanical designers
Bachelor/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent specialized experience
~5+ years of designing Industrial Automation custom machinery with combined leadership experience
~5+ years of design experience with SolidWorks
~ Good understanding of Assembly processes including but not limited to: Welding (Mig, Resistance, laser, etc.), Dispensing, Pressing, Fastening, Part feeding, Material handling, etc.
~ Experience conducting Machine Safety Risk Assessments
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