Mechanical Engineering Student

Job summary

Design and model manufacturing fixtures in SolidWorks, prepare engineering drawings, and perform basic calculations and tolerance analyses. Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams, support prototype builds and fixture validation, and maintain design documentation and revision control.

Job details

Ottawa, ON | On-site Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering student (2nd year+) to join our Manufacturing Engineering team. In this role, you will support the design and development of manufacturing fixtures that enable efficient, accurate, and repeatable production processes. Working alongside experienced engineers and production teams, you will help develop practical solutions that improve assembly, testing, and quality outcomes. Responsibilities Design and model manufacturing fixtures using CAD tools (SolidWorks). Prepare clear and complete engineering drawings that meet company and industry standards. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to understand process requirements and constraints. Perform basic design calculations and tolerance analysis for fixture components. Support prototype builds and assist with fixture validation on the manufacturing floor. Document designs and maintain engineering documentation and revision control. Qualifications Education Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (2nd year or higher). Skills & Experience Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes. Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Ability to interpret and create engineering drawings. Exposure to 3D printing and prototyping methods. Exposure to CNC machining. Knowledge of fixture design concepts and ergonomics is an asset. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Basic shop skills and familiarity with common manufacturing tools. Compensation $27.74-$30.74/hour Vacancy We have 1 available position.

What you’ll do

Design and model manufacturing fixtures in SolidWorks, prepare engineering drawings, and perform basic calculations and tolerance analyses. Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams, support prototype builds and fixture validation, and maintain design documentation and revision control.

Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering and be in their second year or higher. They should understand mechanical design and manufacturing processes, use CAD software, interpret and create engineering drawings, and bring problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and basic shop skills; exposure to prototyping and CNC machining is also noted.

Listed skills

• SolidWorks · Preferred
• Engineering Drawings · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mechanical Design
• Manufacturing Processes
• SolidWorks
• CAD
• Engineering Drawings
• Design Calculations
• Tolerance Analysis
• Fixture Design
• 3D Printing
• Prototyping
• CNC Machining
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Shop Skills

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing

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