For over four decades, MDS has maintained its unrivaled position as a global leader in gas turbine engine solutions, serving prestigious clients worldwide. Specializing in aviation, industrial, and marine applications, MDS delivers fully tailored gas turbine engine test facilities—establishing itself as a trusted partner in more than 20 countries. From designing the world’s most advanced, one-of-a-kind test facilities to leading cutting-edge research and development, MDS continues to drive innovation.
We are currently looking for an Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team in Ottawa, ON.
If you thrive in dynamic, hands-on settings, love solving complex challenges, and want to see your designs come alive in the field—this is your chance.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering disciplin

• Participate in the detailed design of mechanical systems, facility planning, and equipment layout.
• Be responsible for the planning, development, and management of designs from the conceptual stage through fabrication and installation, including:
• Detailed design and analysis
• Developing relevant documentation (design briefs, engineering reports, procurement specifications, installation instructions and commissioning plans)
• Chairing design reviews
• Providing technical support during procurement, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning
• Overseeing designers in the production of detailed drawings
• Travelling internationally to vendor and client sites for design reviews, inspections, commissioning, and acceptance testing activities for up to 6 weeks at a time
• Participate in development and improvement of department processes and procedures

Who are we looking for:

• Experience in mechanical design, preferably in a field related to gas turbine design, development, or testing

• • Junior engineer - If you have 12-16 months of coop experience in the mechanical engineering space, we encourage you to apply and be part of our growing team.
• Experience designing for and familiarity with manufacturing processes and engine testing, are considered important assets
• Demonstrated experience in any of the following areas:
• Machine design
• Welded design and large-scale fabrication
• Design of structures subjected to dynamic loading
• Fatigue life assessment of structures
• Design and analysis of thermally loaded structures
• Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS preferred)
• Rotordynamic Analysis
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems
• ASME Section VIII and B31.3
• Installation supervision and on-site troubleshooting
• PEO membership or eligibility for PEO membership is required
• Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents to meet the requirements of the Controlled Goods Program and other applicable government security clearance regulations.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering discipline