Structural/Mechanical Designer

Pay:
 CA$70, CA$110,000.00 per year (based on experience and demonstrated ability)

Location:
On-site, Sudbury, ON

Job type:
Fulll-time permanent

Applicants located in Northern Ontario with mining experience, highly preferred.

About Us:

Shield Consulting Engineers Ltd. is an engineering consulting firm in Sudbury Ontario providing professional structural, mechanical, as well as design and simulation services. To compliment our engineering services, Shield also provides laser scanning and other specialized measurement services for all applications and industries as required. Shield is dedicated to working alongside its clients to develop practical solutions to their engineering challenges. Shield has extensive experience providing these services for surface plants and underground mines as well as other market segments and have grown to be considered leaders within the region. Go to for more information.

Position Overview:

Shield Engineering and Architecture is looking for a motivated an Ontario Licensed P.Eng (strongly preferred) capable of designing, running & managing structural engineering projects.

Take your career to the next level by joining our team. Shield prides itself in using cutting edge software and hardware to provide its clients with top level deliverables setting new standards for the consulting engineering field. As part of the Shield team, the successful applicant will create various structural and/or mechanical designs and drawings using Bentley Microstation, 2D, and 3D Autodesk CAD software.

Key responsibilities:

• Work with the Shield team of engineers and designers to develop and deliver solutions to clients.
• Create structural and/or mechanical designs with point clouds.
• Perform site visits to collect site data.
• Produce 3D designs and drawings with minimum supervision.
• Check drawings (both fabrication and engineering) for correct content and accuracy.
• Help track and monitor project progress and adhering to budgets.
• Communicate effectively with clients and suppliers as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve our ability to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Able to constructively critique and review designs.
• Willing to help train and develop junior employees.
• Travel as required.

About you and your Qulifications:

• Minimum of a Diploma in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering Technology Program.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience, preferably in an engineering consulting environment.
• Experienced using Bentley Microstation, Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor, & Advanced Steel is preferred.
• Proven capability of efficiently producing engineering and fabrication drawings.
• Experienced working at heavy industrial sites.
• Experienced in monitoring and adhering to project budgets and timelines.
• Experienced at checking drawings is an asset.
• Experience working with point clouds is an asset.
• Highly proactive with exceptional problem solving/analytical skills.
• Previous management experience an asset.
• Knowledgeable and efficient working with computers.
• Excellent oral & written English skills.
• A valid driver's license.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Self starter who is motivated to be part of and contribute to the growth of the Shield team.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Clear safety record with the ability work on all projects and at all site locations

Benefits:

• Health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP matching program

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 3E1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:
Valid P. Eng in Ontario (strongly preferred)

Work Location:
In person both at the office and site locations

Physical Requirements:
Sit for long periods of time, climb stairs, bending, lift up to 22kg/50 lbs (not regularly).

Work Setting:
On-site office setting and offsite work locations. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Environmental Conditions:
The candidate is expected to work within the work environments listed above (mining plants, underground mines, hydroelectric stations, etc.) and work within the safety requirements of Shield and/or the clients requirements. This may include working at heights and confined spaces. Site Specific training will be provided.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and accommodation needs. Please notify us if you have any accessibility requirements. Information gathered will only be used for the purpose of determining employment suitability and will remain confidential.

All applicants are thanked for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.