Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Will train
Work setting
- Urban area
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
- Conduct research into cost, properties of production materials and methods of production
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications and guidelines for production and construct prototype of design
- Prepare design concepts, sketches or models for approval
- Analyze the intended use of products and user preferences
Experience and specialization
Design methods
- Detailed visualization
- Drafting
Computer and technology knowledge
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk 3ds Max
- Autodesk Inventor
Technical terminology
- Engineering
Area of specialization
- Industrial products
- Mechanical engineering technology
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses not paid by employer
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Own tools/equipment
- Cellular phone
Benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
Long term benefits
- Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer