Mechanical Engineering Technologist / QA - QC Coordinator

Since 1947, Foothills Steel Foundry Ltd. has been an industry leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of cast steel and iron wear parts for the mining, mineral processing, and heavy industrial sectors worldwide.

As our fabrication and industrial services division continues to grow, we are seeking a motivated P.Eng Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technologist, Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior engineering staff, fabrication personnel, and industry-leading clients while helping develop and maintain quality systems, engineering documentation, and fabrication programs for major industrial projects throughout Western Canada.

If you're looking for a role that combines engineering, quality assurance, fabrication, welding, and project support, we'd like to hear from you.

Position Summary

Working under the guidance of senior engineering and management staff, the Mechanical Engineering Technologist / QA-QC Coordinator will support engineering, fabrication, and quality assurance activities across a variety of mining, oil sands, and industrial projects.

The successful candidate will assist with:

• Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Turnover and quality documentation packages
• Welding qualification documentation
• Quality system development
• Mechanical design and drafting using SolidWorks
• Client compliance requirements
• Fabrication quality control processes

This position offers significant opportunities for growth and professional development within a well-established Canadian manufacturing company.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Assist in developing and maintaining Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) to meet client and project requirements.
• Prepare project quality documentation, turnover packages, and Manufacturing Data Record Books (MDRs).
• Maintain quality records, traceability systems, and document control processes.
• Assist with Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and quality investigations.
• Coordinate inspection activities including welding inspections, dimensional inspections, NDE activities, and final acceptance inspections.
• Support client audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist with ABSA, ASME, CWB, and customer quality requirements.
• Support development and maintenance of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and welder qualification records.
• Work with clients to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.

Engineering & Design

• Create and revise mechanical drawings and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Support design and detailing of fabricated assemblies, wear products, piping systems, and industrial equipment.
• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and maintain engineering documentation.
• Support drawing revisions, as-built documentation, and engineering change management.
• Work closely with fabrication personnel to resolve manufacturing and design issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with development and expansion of Foothills Steel's quality systems and procedures.
• Support implementation of best practices for fabrication quality and documentation control.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Education

One of the following:

• Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma (SAIT, NAIT, or equivalent)
• Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience & Skills

Required

• 0–5 years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, fabrication, construction, quality control, or industrial environments.
• Experience through co-op placements, internships, fabrication shops, industrial projects, or construction environments is considered valuable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Interest in welding, fabrication, quality systems, and industrial manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.

Preferred

• CWB Welding Inspector Level 1 certification or willingness to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.
• CWB Welding Inspector Level 2 considered an asset.
• ISO 9001 quality system or internal auditor training.
• Experience with welding processes including GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and RMD.
• CSA W47.1
• CSA W59
• ASME standards
• ASTM material specifications
• ABSA pressure equipment requirements
• Oil Sands, mining, pressure piping, steel fabrication, or heavy industrial experience.
• CGSB VT, MT, or PT certifications considered an asset.

Who You Are

You are a motivated QC/QA engineer or technologist who enjoys both technical office work and hands-on shop involvement. You're eager to learn from experienced professionals and want to develop expertise in quality systems, welding, fabrication, and industrial engineering.

You take pride in producing accurate work, enjoy solving problems, and are excited about contributing to a growing organization where your efforts make a visible impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP matching program
• Career development opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced engineering and fabrication professionals
• Exposure to engineering, quality systems, welding, fabrication, and project management
• Opportunity to help build and shape a growing QA/QC program

Apply through Linkedin or send resume (email ONLY) to ***email_hidden*** to be considered.