ARE WE COMPATIBLE? A LITTLE ABOUT US

At Vitalis, we pride ourselves on reimagining solutions that encompass both performance and sustainability. We are driven by the belief that people, planet and profits are not mutually exclusive, and we can have a positive impact on each without sacrificing the other. We believe the key to our success is not only defined by what we produce but who we are as an organization and how we work together. We are committed to curiosity, innovation, passion for environmental sustainability, and applying those principles wholistically throughout our day-to-day work. And finally, we believe in being nice people; people that other’s pride themselves in knowing and working with. People who genuinely care about each other and the world around them.
Does the idea of working with us light a spark of excitement within you? Read on.

JOB SUMMARY

The Mechanical Designer executes design tasks and technical projects as assigned. They work closely with the Product managers, manufacturing, and purchasing departments to complete design projects and to make continuous improvements to designs and products.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ Years of relevant design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Diploma in Engineering Technology
• Proficiency with Solidworks or Inventor and PDM software
• Must have Canadian citizenship or a Canadian work visa.
• Experience with ASME section VIII Pressure Vessel Design is considered an asset

• Detailed creation of CAD models and drawings
• Create Technical product specifications, Sizing of mechanical components (piping, pumps, valves, etc.)
• Work with Vendors, Subcontractors, and Purchasing to obtain materials and services needed for projects
• Ensure drawings, designs, and BOM’s are completed on time and adhere to the established specifications and standards
• Contribute to and assist in the management of production CAD database(s)
• Facilitate and execute engineering change orders (ECO)
• Maintain engineering master data completeness and accuracy (item data, BOM, routings)
• Collaborate and support drafting resources as needed
• Optimize component, product designs for performance, cost, standardization, and manufacturability. Identify opportunities to eliminate expenses that do not add value to the process or product, and within the scope of authority of the position, implement the reduction
• Work “hands-on” with manufacturing to resolve any problems encountered in the fabrication and construction of experimental or production machines
• Peer review of drawings and technical documents
• Maintain project information in the Engineering Project Management software
• Maintain knowledge of applicable standards, codes, and regulations