Application Engineer Lead (Mechanical / Design) - Alberta, Canada

Our Purpose is to help our Customers, our Associates, our Suppliers, our Communities and our Shareholders in Achieving Superior Performance! This is what Applied Canada stands for. Applied(R) is a leading value-added distributor of bearings, power transmission products, engineered fluid power components and systems, specialty flow control solutions, and other industrial supplies, serving MRO and OEM customers. With over 50 facilities located across Canada and 650 Associates, Applied(R) supports the steel, mining, forestry, agriculture, automotive, oil and gas, food processing, power generation, pulp and paper, and transportation industries, just to name a few. In addition, Applied provides engineering, design and systems integration for industrial, fluid power, and flow control applications, as well as customized mechanical, fabricated rubber, fluid power, and flow control shop services. 
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Applied Industrial Technologies LP is an extensive network of industrial distribution facilities located throughout Canada.  We are currently seeking and have an immediate opening for a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position
of Application Engineer Lead
(Mechanical/Design)
. The role may be based out of any of our Western Canada AIT locations
(preferably Edmonton or Calgary).
The Position:
Reporting to the Technical & Project Manager – Western Canada,
the Application Engineer Lead will be responsible for providing solutions for mechanical components and systems. The ideal candidate must be experienced, determined and influential. They require a broad strategic perspective and proven track record of success in Technical Projects.
Responsibilities:
-Research, design and develop mechanical solutions for bearing, power transmission, and rotating equipment (pumps, motors, etc.) components and systems
-Perform detailed analysis and recommendation of the mechanical systems and components such as gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, pumps, motors, material handling, and other mechanical systems
-Produce fabrication and manufacturing drawings using CAD tools
-Oversee technical projects to ensure documentation and quality standards are met.
-Help drive initiatives and results to achieve Technical Services priorities & targets.
-Take ownership of the development of solutions from concept to completion.
-Stay up to date on the latest technologies while looking for opportunities to enhance Applied’s product and service offerings.
-Review technical opportunities and take on as required.
-Coach others in the technologies to help them advance their skills & knowledge.
-Be a responsible member for Applied’s Engineering permits in 2 provinces.
-Documenting value added services for opportunities and solutions provided to the customer
-Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Requirements:
-Post secondary education in Mechanical Engineering
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-P. Eng is a must
-5-10+ years of experience in providing mechanical solutions in industrial applications for oil and gas, agriculture, pulp and paper, forestry, mining, chemical processing, food processing, and aggregate customers
-Knowledge in design and drafting (3D modelling) using Inventor 3D
-Microsoft office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint is a must.
-MS project knowledge would be an asset.
-Proven leadership skills and coaching abilities
-Collaborative and able to develop/maintain relationships with ease inside & outside the organization
-Ability to quickly analyze unique situations, solve problems, determine risk and impact on projects
-Strong ability to deal with several projects simultaneously with a strong sense of urgency and ability meet absolute deadline
-Ability to communicate detailed information, frequently involving project needs and wants at all levels of the business
-Willingness and ability to travel as required (less than 25%)
 
You will be part of a stable and established company with consistently strong performance and growth. We encourage you to contribute fresh new ideas. Here is just some of what we have to offer:
-Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
-Health, vision, and dental coverage, RRSP w/ company match
-Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
-Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for development
- Company supported community involvement opportunities
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic prohibited by law.