Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer, Line Support

Job Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, the successful candidate will act as the primary interface between Design Engineering and Manufacturing; essentially you will be the "Go To" person and will coordinate all product design changes for the products built at the assembly plant.

Responsibility

Prepare concept, and design and production drawings with supporting calculations and material data ensuring that designs meet specification requirements and manufacturing capabilities. Design, formulate and produce complete product related changes for current products in a continuous improvement environment. Improve warranty, ease of assembly, and expand product options for production. Investigate and resolve bill of material (BOM) issues. Maintain thorough documentation for all aspects of assigned projects. Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations for improvement. Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to provide cost effective solutions to design challenges. Provide support in checking details, assemblies, and BOMs for assigned projects. Mentor junior and intermediate Design Engineers. Apply a wide variety of established or modified engineering methods or techniques with considerable independence of action. Other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or C.E.T. in Mechanical or Electrical discipline. Preference will be given to candidates registered or working towards their P.Eng designation.

Required Skills/Experience

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Mechanical / Electrical designer in a heavy equipment (or related) manufacturing environment. Demonstrated knowledge of Mechanical design, GD&T, DFMEA, welding/fabrication processes. Design experience with SolidWorks (with formal training preferred); experience with FEA desirable. Good working knowledge of mechanical design, GD&T, DFMEA, welding / fabrication processes, hydraulic controls, and general electrical skills. Design experience with SolidWorks (with formal training preferred); experience with FEA desirable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with a cross functional technical team as well as with manufacturing personnel. Strong organizational and leadership skills.

What Linamar Has To Offer

Competitive Compensation Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. Opportunities for career advancement. Sustainability Council Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

About Us

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry.

As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.