Mechanical Design Lead

4 days ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Samuel, Son & Co. Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Lead to join our team at Samuel, Son & Co. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for leading the mechanical design of projects from start to finish, providing technical leadership and mentoring to team members, and fostering creativity and resourcefulness in all interactions with customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the mechanical design of projects from start to finish, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to assigned design team members, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Assess customer specifications and processes to develop comprehensive conceptual designs, including supporting design calculations, schematics, and 3rd party equipment recommendations.
  • Foster strong relationships with customers, addressing any issues or concerns that may arise during the project.
  • Assist in the development of project plans, budget, and resource requirements, coordinating the efforts of the design team.
  • Work closely with Project Management to provide support, status reports, and ensure a seamless transition during the assembly build and integration phase of the project.
  • Proactively address quote deficiencies, scope creep, and change through accepted channels.
  • Liaise with internal customers, including Sales, Applications, Project Management, Shop Floor Assembly, Purchasing, and external contacts, including customers, consultants, and 3rd party vendors.
  • Promote a collaborative and inclusive work style with the project team to conduct design reviews, I/O and functional reviews, safety risk assessments, certification support, design evaluations, and modifications as needed.
  • Evaluate various mechanical products under consideration for purchase to determine their efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Produce accurate CAD layouts, manufacturing drawings, and bills of material.
  • Review, evaluate, and improve upon engineering designs prepared by the design team, ensuring designs are safe, efficient, effective, and able to be manufactured prior to manufacturing release.
  • Review team's drawings for accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, etc., and approve release for manufacturing.
  • Review assembly bills of material prepared by the design team and approve for purchasing of 3rd party items.
  • Assist the shop floor assembly team during the integration phase to resolve any issues and assist in the completion of the system.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Develop strong customer relationships with the view to sourcing additional work and seeking out new potential opportunities.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation, including OSHA, CE, and customer-specific requirements.
Requirements
  • Post-secondary education in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 8 years of engineering experience in industrial automation.
  • Proficiency using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
  • Proficiency using Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Strong written and verbal skills in the English language.
About Us

At Samuel, Son & Co., we believe in a culture of equality, respect, and integrity. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone. We offer a competitive wage, company-paid health and dental benefits, paid vacation, and an annual bonus, as well as a defined contribution pension plan with company match, tuition reimbursement program, flexibility with start and end times, and protective personal equipment provided or cost of purchase reimbursed.

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