Senior Mechanical Designer

About Us: Established in 1988, Parmerit is a leader in custom machining, fabrication, and automation. Parmerit works with the latest technology to design and fabricate automated tooling, systems and components for a diverse client base across a variety of industries including automotive, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and defense. Over the past 36 years, we have been dedicated to being an elite supplier of service, quality, and technical expertise.

Parmerit recently acquired Adescor, which operates from the Parmerit facility, located in Strathroy, Ontario. Adescor is a manufacturer of plastic corrugated pipe processing systems. Our cutting-edge solutions are engineered to enable maximum productivity and efficiency for plastic pipe producers. Embracing the latest in robotics and automation, we're not just meeting industry standards – we're setting them.

We value passionate and highly motivated team members who want to make a difference. We pride ourselves on our culture of working as a team, relentlessly pursuing excellence, and taking on challenging assignments. Our dynamic and rapidly growing company is at the forefront of innovation, and we are looking for team members who desire to join us and be part of our exciting journey forward.

Role Purpose: Mechanical Designers will be responsible for carrying out a variety of engineering duties including designing, researching, and prototyping new products/designs. They will collaborate across departments on various design projects, using in-depth knowledge of the latest design trends and engineering software.

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Efficiently prepare original layout, assembly, schematic, detail and proposal drawings using CAD techniques.
• Work with others to complete the projects as required.
• Design machines, fixtures, and equipment as required.
• Generate original designs and design calculations.
• Produce drawings/models/designs to current department standards within schedule and cost (hours) goals.
• Create and maintain project/job documentation.
• Utilize proprietary software as well as other engineering skills and knowledge to assure that work product meets design criteria and operating conditions.
• Collaborate with engineering team and other departments (ex. Quoting, assembly, etc.)
• Effectively work with vendors and customers.
• Provide technical and engineering support for day-to-day processing, product development and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies and Behaviours:

-A Professional approach and someone who is passionate about Parmerit values and culture

-Excellence in daily work:

• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Desire, determination, and aspires to be the best
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
• Takes ownership and drives initiatives
• Passion for a better way, brings energy to the task
• Works collaboratively with team to bring projects from concept to the floor

-Positive and engaged:

• Collaborates and works across boundaries
• Is “real” and relatable, humble
• Works for the best of the customer and company

-Works to high standards:

• Data driven with an analytical mind
• Develops deep understanding of customers and their needs
• Provides alternative solutions to complex problems
• Creative thinker

-Technically inclined:

• Logical thinker, able to effectively execute projects
• Understand how to comply with all regulations and customer specific requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

- Postsecondary degree or diploma in engineering or a related field

- Previous engineering experience, including good understanding of the following (an asset):

• SoildWorks, SolidWorks PDM, AutoCAD, and 3D drafting
• How design impacts manufacturing processes, machining, and production
• Machine and fixture design
• Welding, fabricating, and machining as it applies to design
• Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Electrical systems as it applies to machine building and equipment

- Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Strathroy, ON N7G 4L3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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