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Mechanical Designer

Colt Canadaabout 1 month ago
Kitchener, ON
Mid Level
Full-time

Top Benefits

Casual dress
Company events
Company pension

About the role

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and developing 3D parametric solid models using SolidWorks. The Mechanical Designer will collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure all aspects, tolerances and dimensions are accurate to the specifications.

Duties

Create and modify 3D parametric solid models using SolidWorks (>95% of the time) and Autodesk Inventor (<5%) including:

  • Individual parts and assemblies up to 300 parts.
  • Complex geometry with associative patterns / dimensions
  • Formula and parametric driven features
  • Validate fits and interferences
  • Creation of models from vendor samples

Prepare and update 2D detail drawings:

  • Ensure compliance with ASME Y14.5-2018 drawing standards
  • Application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Apply material, coating, heat-treat and process notes as applicable
  • Verify Bill of Materials for accuracy and availability

Process redline updates to drawings with changes in revisions

Prepare and update Engineering Change (EC) documentation based on input from engineers

Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management and revision control software

Technical support of PSE sub-departments including Program Management, Technical Publications and Weapon Technology

Other duties as assigned

Skills/ Qualifications

Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of CAD experience – applicable co-op experience will be considered

SolidWorks experience (including PDM) is an asset

Experience with GD&T is an asset

Experience with mechanical design and assemblies is preferred

Word Processing and Spreadsheet experience (MS Office) required

All employees at Colt Canada need to be successfully screened in the Controlled Goods Program and be eligible for obtaining a Restricted Possession and Acquisition Licence.

Join us in creating innovative designs that drive our projects forward while enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about mechanical design and eager to contribute to exciting projects, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Kitchener, ON N2C 1J3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

  • DCS / DEC (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Certified Engineering Technologist (preferred)

Work Location: In person

About Colt Canada

Defense and Space Manufacturing
51-200

Over the 40 years since this company's inception as Diemaco, Canada's Centre of Excellence for Small Arms, Colt Canada has established itself as a world class manufacturer. Our products have been battle tested and proven through jungle mud, arctic snow and ice, desert sands and extreme battlefield conditions. The reliability of these Canadian born rifles, carbines, machine-guns and grenade launchers are second to none.

At Colt Canada, we listen to our customers because they make up some of the most elite units and police services in the world. Our dedication to evaluating emerging technologies and incorporating real-world feedback ensures that our products continue to improve and advance the operational capabilities of the user. Our military customers gather bi-annually to share information about the weapon systems. Here we are able to discuss new design ideas, developments and requirements face to face.

Colt Canada's continued success in providing clients with leading edge products, services and systems is made possible through the outstanding skills and capabilities of the men and women who are Colt Canada. Our employees understand and accept the profound responsibility of delivering critically important products and services to military and law enforcement clients. They take pride in making that responsibility an integral part of everything they do.