Mechanical Technologist

At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don't just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We're helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.

Join our team of mining professionals and you'll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You'll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.

Your Opportunity

Our Canadian Mining team has an immediate need for a Mechanical Technologist to join our team in Sudbury, Ontario. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and coordinating both 2D and 3D mechanical documents on both large and small-scale projects. As a Mechanical Technologist, you will be part of a multi-talented team focused on designing surface and underground facilities and infrastructure in the mining industry. Your duties will involve daily collaboration with other Designers, Engineers, Project Controls, Procurement, Estimating, and Project Managers from our multi-discipline team. You will convey design requirements to the team through traditional 2D paper deliverables and/or BIM 3D models. You will work to develop design concepts, create models, and coordinate designs while considering existing conditions and other discipline requirements.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working with Design Engineers and fellow Mechanical Designers you will be responsible for the complete design and documentation package for mechanical deliverables.
• Produce deliverables as required to fulfill project needs either as an individual contributor or as part of a team of mechanical engineers and designers, dependent upon project size and scope.
• Mechanical systems include but not limited to: 
  • Bulk material handling equipment for aggregates, mining, minerals, and other related industries.
  • Process and service water, dewatering, compressed air, backfill, concrete and shotcrete infrastructure. 
  • Utilize knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials and other physical sciences to complete deliverables.
• Work from schematics, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Assist other designers with project deliverables.
• Report project progression updates and/or issues to Lead Designers or Project managers.
• Provide material estimates to support Procurement and Estimating efforts.
• Occasional field verification trips and shop inspections.
• Your primary responsibilities will be designing and drafting in 2D and 3D environments.

• Experience in an industrial and/or mining environment is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk software including AutoCAD, REVIT, Inventor, Plant 3D and Navisworks.
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud is an asset.
• Experience with MicroStation is an asset.
• Understand and adhere to all applicable drafting standards and verify completeness of design for drawings.
• Understand and follow all requirements for revision progression and quality processes.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings of all disciplines not required but preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work effectively in an office based, team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage your time amongst various demands.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Any experience in an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management environment focused upon delivery of Mechanical design packages is an asset.
• Proficient in math as it pertains to design work.

Education

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist/Technician with 5 to 15 years of industry experience.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited drafting program will also be considered.

Working Conditions

A typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time. Working in a 50/50 hybrid home/office environment is an option. 

Field work may include exposure to the elements, underground work and may involve travel outside of normal working hours.

This description is not a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be requested at any time.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #Feeling Energized