About the role
WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally. Are you interested in starting an exciting career with WhiteWater? Apply today!
**Position:**Mechanical Engineering Technologist
**Shift:**Regular Full Time, 40 hours per week
**Department:**Engineering Services
**Location:**Richmond, BC, Canada
**Reports to:**Manager, Engineering Services
Purpose:
WhiteWater West is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist (CAD-focused) to join our Engineering team at our Richmond head office! In this position, you will work under the guidance of members of the Development Engineering team as an integral member responsible for supporting the design and manufacturing of new and existing products and components. Daily duties may include, but not be limited to, documentation creation, CAD modeling, drafting, and documentation management, as well as supporting Continuous Improvement efforts
Essential Responsibilities:
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Create and/or modify engineering drawings and CAD models of composite parts and product assemblies in SolidWorks in accordance with the engineering standards and current protocols
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Work with staff to transition existing designs from legacy systems into the PLM database for composite parts and product assemblies
-
Work within existing protocols for creation and file storage of all parts, assemblies, and drawings
-
Contribute to the development of departmental procedures for improving productivity and efficiency
-
Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management
Qualifications and Experience:
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Diploma in Engineering Technology with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience
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Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD and PDM systems, including SolidWorks and EPDM for both 3D modeling and 2D drawings
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CSWA or CSWP certification (asset), including experience with surfacing and feature tree manipulation
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to generate technical documentation
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
-
Excellent time management and organizational skills
-
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
-
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
-
Adaptability and willingness to learn quickly in a changing environment
-
Action-oriented mindset with initiative to seek out solutions and information
-
Commitment to health and safety policies and maintaining a safe work environment
-
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on communication, respect, and collaboration
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Enthusiasm for innovation and continuous process improvement
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Legally eligible to work in Canada
Whitewater Competencies:
- Accountability – We do what we say
- Collaboration – We work well together
- Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
- Communication – We listen to and understand each other
- Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
- Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
- Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstance
Not the right fit? Search for Mechanical Engineering Technologist jobs in Richmond, BC
About Whitewater West
WhiteWater West is a manufacturing company based in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. It was established in 1980 and manufactures a variety of products for water parks including water slides and water play areas. The company also owns Hopkins Rides and Prime Interactives which manufacture water rides for amusement parks and dry play areas, respectively.
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About the role
WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally. Are you interested in starting an exciting career with WhiteWater? Apply today!
**Position:**Mechanical Engineering Technologist
**Shift:**Regular Full Time, 40 hours per week
**Department:**Engineering Services
**Location:**Richmond, BC, Canada
**Reports to:**Manager, Engineering Services
Purpose:
WhiteWater West is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist (CAD-focused) to join our Engineering team at our Richmond head office! In this position, you will work under the guidance of members of the Development Engineering team as an integral member responsible for supporting the design and manufacturing of new and existing products and components. Daily duties may include, but not be limited to, documentation creation, CAD modeling, drafting, and documentation management, as well as supporting Continuous Improvement efforts
Essential Responsibilities:
-
Create and/or modify engineering drawings and CAD models of composite parts and product assemblies in SolidWorks in accordance with the engineering standards and current protocols
-
Work with staff to transition existing designs from legacy systems into the PLM database for composite parts and product assemblies
-
Work within existing protocols for creation and file storage of all parts, assemblies, and drawings
-
Contribute to the development of departmental procedures for improving productivity and efficiency
-
Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management
Qualifications and Experience:
-
Diploma in Engineering Technology with a minimum of 2 years of practical experience
-
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD and PDM systems, including SolidWorks and EPDM for both 3D modeling and 2D drawings
-
CSWA or CSWP certification (asset), including experience with surfacing and feature tree manipulation
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to generate technical documentation
-
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
-
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
-
Excellent time management and organizational skills
-
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
-
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
-
Adaptability and willingness to learn quickly in a changing environment
-
Action-oriented mindset with initiative to seek out solutions and information
-
Commitment to health and safety policies and maintaining a safe work environment
-
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on communication, respect, and collaboration
-
Enthusiasm for innovation and continuous process improvement
-
Legally eligible to work in Canada
Whitewater Competencies:
- Accountability – We do what we say
- Collaboration – We work well together
- Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
- Communication – We listen to and understand each other
- Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
- Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
- Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstance
Not the right fit? Search for Mechanical Engineering Technologist jobs in Richmond, BC
About Whitewater West
WhiteWater West is a manufacturing company based in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. It was established in 1980 and manufactures a variety of products for water parks including water slides and water play areas. The company also owns Hopkins Rides and Prime Interactives which manufacture water rides for amusement parks and dry play areas, respectively.