Mechanical Engineer at SavariaGaraventa Elevator

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Sep, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, Inventor, AutoCAD, Risk Assessment, Prototype Development, Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Communication, Collaboration, Product Lifecycle Management, MS Office

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Garaventa Lift has a long-standing reputation as a world-class manufacturer specializing in LU/LA elevators, home elevators, and platform wheelchair lifts. Our passion is in creating an accessible world by developing and distributing products which promote barrier free access for all! Check out what we do at www.garaventalift.com [http://www.garaventalift.com/]! The roots of the company date back to 1928, when Garaventa pioneers built their first cable car in the Swiss alps and founded the company. Today, Garaventa Lift has grown into a global market leader thanks to innovative design, product functionality, and overall quality and safety. Our lifts are installed and maintained in over 100,000 private homes and public facilities such as office buildings, churches and places of worship, universities and train stations. Currently, we are seeking full-time Mechanical Engineer to join our R & D team at Garaventa Lift at Surrey, BC. This is 100% an on-site position. Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Mechanical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintenance of current products along with designing, testing, and optimizing Mechanical designs for Wheelchair Stair lifts/ elevator products, ensuring compliance with industry codes and customer specifications. Essential Duties and Requirements * Design and develop mechanical designs for elevator and accessibility products * Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, purchasing and technical support teams to support mechanical systems * Conduct risk assessments and ensure designs meet CSA, ASME, and other applicable standards * Support prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems * Prepare documentation for manufacturing, installation, and service teams * Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and product lifecycle management Mindset, Skills & Education * Energetic, eager, tenacious. * Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent * Min of 2 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in elevator or industrial automation sectors * Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar design tools * Strong understanding of safety codes and standards (CSA B44, ASME A17.1) * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills * Works well as part of a collaborative team * Eligibility for P.Eng. designation in British Columbia is an asset This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. Join us in Creating an Accessible World!

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and optimizing mechanical systems for wheelchair lifts and elevators. This includes maintaining current products and ensuring all designs comply with industry safety codes and customer specifications.