Senior Mechanical Designer

Company Overview

Who we are

Located in Okanagan Falls, British Columbia, Unit Electric Ltd. specializes in the design and manufacture of custom electrical solutions for a diverse range of industries, including mining, oil & gas, industrial, commercial, transportation, and renewable energy. We proudly serve clients both locally and globally.

Our commitment is rooted in delivering high-quality, reliable electrical equipment tailored to meet the specific needs of each project. With a focus on sustainability, we are equally dedicated to creating long-term growth and career opportunities for our employees.

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to join our engineering team. This role is responsible for leading complex mechanical design projects from concept through production while providing technical guidance to junior designers. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on design experience, sound manufacturing knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Strong 3D modelling experience (Inventor preferred) and a Mechanical Technologist diploma are required.
• Designing switch gear, e-houses, junction boxes and substations.
• Lead mechanical design and detailing of complex assemblies, systems and components
• Develop 3D models, detailed drawings and bill of materials (BOM)
• Assist with continuous improvement of design standards, processes and documentation
• Review and approve drawings and design packages
• Improve operations, reduce turnaround times, and optimize designs & processes to provide seamless quality of engineering services.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior designers
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Shop Floor, Applications, Purchasing, IT, etc.) to ensure project success.
• Evaluate various mechanical products under consideration for purchase to determine their efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Recommend improvements to current design of products.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation.
• Projects under the direction of the Engineering Manager as required
• Interface with the electrical engineering department to ensure seamless integration between mechanical and electrical aspects of the design.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Technologist diploma is required
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering would be an asset
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting
• Experienced mentoring and leading a team of mechanical designers
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Competent in MS Word and Excel
• Previous steel design experience preferred
• Ability to integrate new technologies into equipment to ensure that the organization is meeting its high-quality goals and objectives
• The skills necessary to communicate and collaborate effectively with multiple departments
• Competence in designing according to ISO 9001 standards
• Exceptional grasp of diverse, fundamental mechanical engineering concepts and relationships
• Highly motivated and self-directed individual capable of multi-tasking, with minimal supervision
• Ability to create and review technical documentation, including project plans, test procedures, and design documents
• Positive team attitude is a must
• Attention to detail is crucial
• Goal oriented, focused, ability to prioritize and make deadlines is essential

UNIT Electric is committed to:

• Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. A work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
• Building and preserving a safe. respectable working environment for all its employees

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Okanagan Falls, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Where are you located?

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person