Entry-Level Mechanical Engineering Technologist

2 weeks ago

Olds, Canada Spearhead Manufactuirng Inc. Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

Company Overview:

Spearhead Manufacturing is a leading manufacturing facility specializing in high-quality steel fabrication and welding for a variety of industries. We are committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our design team.

Job Summary:

The Entry-Level Mechanical Engineering Technologist will play a crucial role in supporting our design and engineering department. This position involves applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles to assist in the design, drafting, and problem-solving processes within our steel fabrication and welding environment. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, competent in CAD, and possess a strong commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • CAD and Drafting:
  • Create, modify, and manage detailed 2D drawings and 3D models of components, assemblies, and fixtures using CAD software (Onshape, Solidworks, Inventor).
  • Ensure all drawings adhere to industry standards, company specifications, and proper drafting conventions (GD&T knowledge is a plus).
  • Maintain and update engineering documentation and drawing databases.
  • Apply proper DFAM (Design For Assembly and Manufacturing) principles
  • Design Support and Problem Solving:
  • Assist senior designers in new projects, material selection, modeling, drawings, and process optimization related to steel fabrication and welding.
  • Investigate and resolve engineering and manufacturing issues that arise on the shop floor, focusing on root cause analysis and practical solutions.
  • Conduct basic engineering calculations to validate designs.
  • Manufacturing Support:
  • Work closely with production, quality assurance, and operations teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet quality standards.
  • Participate in prototype development and testing.
  • General:
  • Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all company safety policies.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve technical knowledge and skill set.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Education: Associate's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related field.
  • Technical Skills:
  • Proven competency and practical experience with a major CAD software package (e.g., Onshape, SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion).
  • Strong understanding of mechanical drafting principles and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes, particularly steel fabrication and welding.
  • Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a hands-on approach.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred (Assets):

  • Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
  • Experience or exposure to robotic systems (e.g., robotic welding cells, programming, troubleshooting).
  • Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

Working Conditions:

The role is primarily office-based but will require frequent presence on the manufacturing floor to collaborate with production teams and inspect components.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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