Mechanical Engineer

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Area of Work Experience

• Research and development
• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
• Designing

Additional Skills

• Provide staff training

Area of Specialization

• Mechanical engineering technology
• System integration

Work Setting

• Manufacturing or processing industry

Specific Skills

• Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
• Supervise and inspect the installation of mechanical systems
• Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs
• Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
• Design power plants, machines and equipment
• Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Overtime required

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Group Insurance Benefits
• Life Insurance Benefits
• RRSP Benefits