Mechanical Designer - Can

Under the direction of Engineering leaders, the role uses engineering principles and design software, to help design, develop, and produce electrical switchgear systems and/or components to required specifications, focusing on safety, reliability, quality, value and sustainability.
Job Responsibilities
Perform design work for projects utilizing principles of mechanical & electrical engineering.
Utilizes computer software, drawings, and other tools to perform engineering tasks.
Coordinates manufacturing, installation, maintenance support documentation and testing activities to ensure compliance with specification, codes and design requirements.
Establishing construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations.
Inspects completed installations and observes operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment.
Review drawings to ensure technical and regulatory compliance
Responsible for reviewing jobs to ensure the job meets or exceeds Customer expectations.
Work with Purchasing and Vendors to receive quotes and lead times to complete design.
Work with and understand basic electrical and control system principles and a familiarity with reading electrical schematics, three-line diagrams and control / communication diagrams.
IEEE, CSA, WCB, OSHA compliance and conformance that can deliver an excellent safety record.
Work competently with Solidworks and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook).
Provide excellent communication skills, organizational skills (coordinate multiple group efforts within the company to achieve results) and problem-solving skills.
Identify processes needing improvement and make recommendations towards improvement.
Coordinate with line management to deliver high quality products on time and budget.
Understand and follows company policies, provincial, federal, and safety polices.
Able to work overtime (nights and weekends) to complete jobs in progress.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
Diploma, Journeyperson Certification or 4 years of experience.
Knowledge with AutoCad, Solid Works and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with switchgear design preferred, mechanical aptitude is essential
Knowledge of heat transfer mechanics and basic beam strength calculations an asset
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
Good customer service, time management and follow-up skills.
Self-management of assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.
Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
Focus on accuracy and efficiency.
For positions that utilize a company vehicle, you will be required to have a valid driver’s license.
Who we are!
RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the Canada and the United States. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience
Our Mission
RESA Power is the industry leader in electrical life extension products and services with many locations across the United States and Canada. We are experts in servicing major power distribution and control markets and have one of the largest inventories of obsolete and hard-to-find components in the industry. ~ Service is our product
Core Cultural Competencies
We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume
unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
You are on time and preplan time off.
We are customer driven
Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers,
etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.
We focus on growth
We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
You understand & apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).
We solve problems
Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
You perform work assignments independently.
You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.
We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).
We build strong relationships
Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.
You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.
Additional Information
Travel:
Up to 5%
Physical Demands:
Occasionally lifting a maximum of 50lbs on a daily. Position requires standing and using computer and/or phone for extended periods of time.
RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
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