Senior Mechanical Designer

Powell•Acheson, AB

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment. Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Senior Mechanical Designer will report to the Engineering Manager. The Senior Mechanical Designer will be responsible for modifying, enhancing, and creating established standard & custom designs and parts for products.

Requirements

Advanced drafting/CAD skills.
Proficient in use of Oracle, Word, Excel.
Thorough understanding of power systems.
Working knowledge of electrical design.
In-depth knowledge of company policies and procedures, work instructions, ISO policies.
In-depth knowledge of company safety rules and regulations.
In-depth knowledge of vendor products used in assemblies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical symbols, characters, and drawings.
Ability to order materials electronically.
Familiarity with strengths of materials, steel and copper.
Ability to apply (informed by others what is required, and which code) ANSI, CEC, and other standards.
Strong communication, organizational and problem solving skills.
Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
Two (2) year diploma program in Electrical, Mechanical Technology or in a related area.
Minimum 5 years of experience in an Engineering/Designing role.

Nice To Haves

CET is an asset.

Responsibilities

Design custom/semi-custom product assemblies to meet customer mechanical specification.
Contribute to the proposal and creation of work instructions.
Design most jobs for more than one product, switchgear or MCC.
Develop drawings to support assembly.
Assist Mechanical Engineering efforts in product development process.
Complete complex design jobs independently.
Assist and help solve problems with other engineering personnel.
Work with the fabrication team to assist in solving shop fabrication problems.
Attend in-house and outside training sessions as required.
Strive to keep current on the “state of the art” in design specialty through periodicals, trade magazines, and continuing education.
Perform other related duties as assigned.