Intermediate / Senior Mechanical Engineer - Contract

Résumé du poste

The mechanical engineer will participate in the detailed design of mechanical systems, facility planning, and equipment layout from conceptual stage through installation. They will also provide technical support during procurement, manufacturing, and commissioning, including international travel for site activities.

Détails du poste

Intermediate / Senior Mechanical Engineer Temporary contract: One year Location: Ottawa, ON 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 a Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team, on a one-year contract basis. 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. What you will be doing: * 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 * PEO membership or eligibility for PEO membership is required * Participate in development and improvement of department processes and procedures Who are we looking for: * Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills * Demonstrated leadership skills * Solid problem-solving abilities * Demonstrated ability to understand and satisfy client needs * Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) * Additional languages are a competitive advantage Education * Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering discipline Experience * Experience in mechanical design of welded and bolted steel structures, preferably in a field related to gas turbine design, development, or testing * Fully Qualified: Four plus years’ experience * Experience designing for and familiarity with manufacturing processes and engine testing, are considered important assets * Demonstrated experience in at least two (2) 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 What's in it for you? We believe in and encourage open and transparent communication across the organization so every year we invite our people to a bi-annual Town Hall Meeting. We are passionate about our people, business, customers and community so we demonstrate the utmost care, respect and accountability for everything we do. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We’re better, together. MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin. MDS Aero Support is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, are legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We use AI tools solely to assist with drafting and improving the wording of our job postings. AI is not used at any stage of candidate screening, résumé review, or hiring decision-making. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. Telephone calls not accepted from candidates or agencies.

Ce que vous ferez

The mechanical engineer will participate in the detailed design of mechanical systems, facility planning, and equipment layout from conceptual stage through installation. They will also provide technical support during procurement, manufacturing, and commissioning, including international travel for site activities.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and possess at least four years of experience in mechanical design. PEO membership or eligibility is required, along with proficiency in structural design and analysis.

Compétences indiquées

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• Client · Souhaitée
• Planning · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Development · Souhaitée
• Design Development · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Technical Support · Souhaitée
• Procurement · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Mechanical design
• Gas turbine engine solutions
• Facility planning
• Equipment layout
• Detailed design
• Engineering reports
• Procurement specifications
• Commissioning plans
• Welded steel structures
• Bolted steel structures
• Finite element analysis
• ANSYS
• Rotordynamic analysis
• Hydraulic systems
• Pneumatic systems
• ASME standards
• Ansys Simulation Software
• Mechanical Design
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Accountability
• Planning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Aviation
• Welding
• ASME Boiler And Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC)
• Management
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Procurement
• Engineering Design Process
• English Language
• Fabrication
• Fatigue (Material)
• Finite Element Methods
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Mechanical Engineering
• Machinery Design
• Manufacturing Processes
• Mechanical Systems
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Gas Turbine
• Dynamic Loading
• Teamwork

Domaines d’emploi

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Mechanical Engineer Contractor
• Mechanical Engineer (General)
• Mechanical Engineers