Mechanical Designer

Hamilton, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
1 position

$75,000–$105,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for the full-cycle design of custom power-generation and energy-storage products from concept to final assembly. This role involves providing technical support to both internal shop floor teams and external customers while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Job details

Founded in 1998, AVL has grown into a North American leader in turnkey engineering, manufacturing, and assembly solutions. For over 25 years, we've combined in-house mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering with custom acoustical design and airflow analysis to deliver fully integrated power-generation and energy-storage systems. Rooted in Hamilton, Ontario, AVL Manufacturing is proud to expand our North American footprint with our new U.S. facility, in Charlotte, NC —bringing world-class power packaging solutions closer to our customers. AVL remains fiercely client-focused—driven by a dedication to quality, innovation, and collaboration that ensures every custom enclosure and power solution precisely meets our customers' needs. Our team is the foundation of our success. Comprised of dedicated engineers, skilled fabricators, and experienced project managers, we bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to every project. Our in-house experts in mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering work seamlessly with our production teams to deliver precision-built solutions that exceed industry standards. Quality is more than a goal—it's our promise. From initial design to final assembly, we are committed to meticulous craftsmanship and continuous improvement to ensure our customers receive reliable, high-performance products they can trust. At AVL, we truly live our 'We Are One Team' philosophy. Through seamless collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we consistently deliver results that exceed quality expectations. Job Summary: The Mechanical Designer’s primary function is to provide full cycle mechanical designs and drawings from concept to completed product for Genset Enclosures, Fuel Tanks, Modified Containers and other custom products. Job Responsibilities: * Create and design for manufacturability sheet metal, welding, and complex assemblies using SolidWorks. * Work with other engineering disciplines (i.e. process, applications, and electrical) to create designs that integrate power, electromechanical, and mechanical systems and that factor in environmental conditions for end users. * Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs and applications. * Provide testing, load ratings, and detailed structural analysis using finite element (FEA). * Provide external technical support to new and existing customers through field visits, customer meetings, and design reviews. * Provide internal technical support to the shop floor including interpretation of internal and customer drawings and specifications. * Manage multiple projects with short-term and competing deadlines at any given time. * Estimating, including material selection and Bill of Material (BOM) creation. Qualifications & Requirements: * College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or University degree in Mechanical Engineering. * 5+ years of Mechanical Engineering and design experience in a fabrication and assembly work environment. Must be able to demonstrate attention to detail and provide accuracy in structural analysis, fluid flow calculations, and engineering report preparation. * Demonstrated experience with SolidWorks CAD software is mandatory. Advance knowledge of sheet metal modeling, welded assemblies, welding symbols, pipe and conduit routing. Knowledge of SolidWorks FEA module is a plus. * Experience working with Electromechanical systems requiring deep knowledge of how components interact, wiring schematics, and control strategies. * Knowledge of hydraulics and cooling systems, standard fittings, component fastening, and hardware. * Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to travel primarily in North America but potentially abroad * P.Eng Designation an asset. AVL Manufacturing offers a competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AVL Manufacturing is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have specific requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment and selection process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college diploma or university degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess at least 5 years of experience in a fabrication environment. Proficiency in SolidWorks and expertise in structural analysis, sheet metal design, and electromechanical systems are mandatory.