Specialist, Tool Engineering

Position Description:

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Position Description:

• Design and validate production tools and special tools and test equipment (STTE) for heavy off road vehicles
• Coordinate tooling fabrication with local vendors to ensure the deliverables are met
• Coordinate and purchase all parts required for STTE in house prototype fabrication
• Communicate with Engineering and Training Department to develop manufacturing concepts/models
• Establish and maintain interface with Customers and business partners and suppliers
• Manage Customer expectations, evaluate, and determine requirements
• Maintain drawing files and CAD model structure to comply with department procedures
• Maintain Maximo CMM work order and Device control system
• Ensure all safe work procedures and OHSA policies are adhered to for new engineered lift devices, machine guarding and structural tooling/racking              

Position Requirements:

Position Requirements:

• University Degree/College diploma in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Degree, Technologist or equivalent
• Minimum 3-5 years of Manufacturing/Machine Design Experience - Preferred Heavy Tool Design
• Minimum 3-5 years of 3D Modeling/Parametric CAD experience
• Strong knowledge of the application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Strong knowledge ASME/ANSI/AWS standards
• Must have high level of analytical, problem solving and mechanical aptitude skills
• Must have background in heavy metal fabrication, assembly and material handling
• Ability to travel (5% Canadian, 5% US & International) and possess/able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Requirements:

• Worked with Unigraphics (Siemens NX) CAD software
• Worked with Maximo CMM software
• Worked with Team Center Engineering/Manufacturing applications
• Worked within a unionized environment

General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is an employment equity employer who values diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed.  As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.

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