Mechanical Design Engineer / Designer
Guelph, Ontario (In-Office)
Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 + Benefits
Our client, a well-established engineering and industrial systems company, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer or Mechanical Designer to join their team in Guelph, Ontario. This is an existing position offering the opportunity to work on a wide range of industrial process plant projects involving material handling, mixing, packaging, dust collection, ventilation, and piping systems.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and layout of industrial facilities and process equipment, working closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and fabrication teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed mechanical designs and layouts for industrial process plant projects.
- Create and modify 2D and 3D models using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Design plant layouts including equipment arrangements, access requirements, maintenance considerations, and process flow.
- Prepare detailed drawings for:
- Ventilation systems
- Dust collection systems
- Mechanical piping systems
- Piping supports
- Material handling systems
- Mixing and packaging equipment
- Produce fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings.
- Coordinate designs with process, electrical, and controls teams.
- Conduct site visits to gather field measurements and verify installation requirements.
- Participate in design reviews and client meetings.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
- Support project execution from concept development through fabrication and installation.
Qualifications
- Mechanical Engineering degree, Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5-10 years of mechanical design experience in industrial, process, manufacturing, bulk material handling, or related environments.
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Experience developing:
- Plant layouts
- Equipment arrangements
- Process piping systems
- Ventilation and dust collection systems
- Material handling equipment layouts
- Strong understanding of fabrication and manufacturing practices.
- Ability to interpret process flow diagrams (PFDs), mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary project team.
Preferred Qualifications
- P.Eng. designation or eligibility for licensing in Ontario is considered an asset.
- Experience with industrial process plants, bulk solids handling, food processing, chemical processing, recycling, mining, or similar industries.
- Familiarity with field installation and construction support activities.
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to industrial mechanical systems.
What's in it for You
- Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging industrial projects.
- Stable, long-term career opportunity with an established organization.
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment.
- Exposure to projects from concept through commissioning.
- Competitive salary in the $70,000-$85,000 range based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
If you are a Mechanical Designer or Mechanical Engineer who enjoys industrial process plant design and wants to be involved in meaningful projects from concept to completion, we'd like to hear from you.
