Mechanical Designer

Location

Peterborough, ON | Canada

Job description

ANDRITZ. Where passion meets career.

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

ANDRITZ offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining teleworking and attendance in the office. You will be based at our Peterborough, Ontario office. #Hybrid #HybridPosition

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

The open position is for a Mechanical Designer in the hydro generator engineering group. The team is responsible for the design of large hydro generator components, with a primary focus on North American generator projects.  This team is located at the Andritz Peterborough Generator Center, which includes a modern coil and bar manufacturing facility.  This position includes technical responsibility for the layout and detailing of mechanical components within a hydro generator. The unique requirements of each hydro project make this a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a candidate with related skills and experience.

The Mechanical Designer is expected to work closely with the local engineering and drafting teams, as well as externally located engineering specialists, project management, manufacturing and installation teams.  Occasional travel to customer locations, project sites or other Andritz offices is required.

Individual duties will vary based on project requirements, but generally include the following: 

• Creating technical 3D models and associated 2D drawings of components to meet project specifications from available source information (i.e. layouts, schematics, standards, sketches, written or oral instructions);
• Developing detailed parts lists for the components;
• Verifying drawings and parts bills ensuring good quality and conformity to customer technical specifications and internal design standards;

• Directing or providing assistance, checking the work of others, and directing others on specific projects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

The ideal candidate is an individual that understands the generator product and has the following skills:

• Mechanical Technician diploma or equivalent;
• 2+ years’ experience in mechanical detailed design for steel fabricated components;
• Prior work experience using 3D CAD software, experience with Unigraphics preferred;
• Computer skills in common PC applications;
• Self-starter with ability to work in a team environment;
• Result-oriented individual;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to details;
• High sense of urgency and a strong customer focus.

*Legal status to work in Canada is required.

ANDRITZ HYDRO CANADA Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Salary

$3 per hour