Mechanical Drafter

**Job Title**:Mechanical Drafter

**Reports to**: Senior Mechanical Designer and Project Manager

**Date**: Dec 2024

**About Merrithew**:
Merrithew® is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs— STOTT PILATES®, ZEN-GA®, Total Barre®, Halo® Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training— and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.

Join Merrithew in its mission to inspire people worldwide to lead healthier lives through premium education programs and cutting-edge equipment. With a focus on world-class education and industry-leading equipment, Merrithew is dedicated to promoting optimal fitness and wellness for all.

**Position Overview**:
Reporting to the Senior Mechanical Designer and Project Manager, the Mechanical Drafter-Designer is responsible for completing CAD Drawings, Engineering Change Notices (ECN), and for document administration. This person is also responsible for the on-time issuing of reports and other project documentation. In addition, the Mechanical Drafter-Designer is expected to play a dynamic role in the involvement or lead of specific project tasks.

**Major Responsibilities**:

- Develop mechanical CAD Drawings based on a draft concept, Industrial Design or finalized 3D Design.
- Update and modify drawings in SolidWorks within the ECN process and share required forms for approval.
- Manage engineering document administration including revisions, changes, and control related forms and reports, 3D / 2D CAD, PDF files, Bill of Materials (BOM), mechanical drawing releases, and provide updates for non-engineering staff to review and evaluate.
- Work closely with other departments / teams and provide timely requested documentation, and updates to the technical data.
- Provide timely updates to the Senior Mechanical Designer and Project Manager to identify any project specific risks and/or issues. Proactively propose solutions and implement initiatives, and measures as requested.

**Skills & Qualifications**:

- Minimum undergraduate degree in mechanical, mechatronics, or systems design engineering plus 3+ years of work experience in engineering drawings. Create and revise designs using SolidWorks and document changes.
- A high degree of proficiency in SolidWorks: 3D modelling & rendering, detailing, dimensioning, configurations, templates, updating, creating custom materials in the SolidWorks library, linking properties and monitoring.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and specific requirements for sheet metal fabrication, wood processing, injection molding, CNC machining, 3D Printing and weldments are an asset.
- Ability to perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on products
- Posses a basic understanding of aspects of product development including product specifications, design, rapid prototyping, manufacturing, purchasing, budgeting, etc.
- Basic knowledge of materials and process, including mass production methods such as sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, machining, plating and coatings, assembling, labeling, testing and quality control.
- Possess a wide range of interest and knowledge base in multiple engineering disciplines; ability to quickly problem solve with the expertise required to execute appropriate engineering solutions as well as the ability to suggest alternative solutions for current existing designs is an asset.
- Superior time management and organizational skills.
- A self-starter and adaptive learner.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Outlook, and Word is mandatory. Knowledge of Images manipulating using Adobe suite is in asset.
- Knowledge of common metals, plastics, plywood, vinyl materials and fasteners are an asset.
- Motivated to strive and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communications skills - oral, written, and presentation skills.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent (Onsite)

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Free Pilate Classes

Merrithew® is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Merrithew® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization respects and follows the letter and spirit of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other code grounds.