Job Description: Mechanical Designer

Location: Grimsby / West Lincoln, ON (On-site)

- Our client is a growing manufacturer of fabricated steel structures, display products and carts.
- They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join the Engineering & Design team.

Position Overview

- In this role, you will be responsible for transforming product concepts into manufacturing-ready 3D models and 2D production drawings.
- This position focuses heavily on the design, optimization, and scaling of our premier commercial product lines, including retail centre fixtures, multi-tier transport carts, specialized display systems, Centre Structures and related component..
- The role combines SolidWorks design and drafting with structural detailing, material takeoffs and costing to support estimating, manufacturing and installation.
- Hands-on experience with both costing and structural design or detailing is required.
- This role requires robust attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a quick-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical and structural design

- Develop new parts and improve existing components, from concept through SolidWorks modelling, prototyping and production release.
- 3D Modeling & Drafting: Utilize SolidWorks to create intricate, production-ready 3D models, weld assemblies, sheet metal designs and detailed 2D fabrication drawings.
- Custom Product Engineering: Design and adapt structures, and equipment – such as retail garden centre setups, greenhouse infrastructure, specialized agricultural cart systems and motorized curtain mechanism.
- Design Validation & Load Testing: Conduct structural calculations and stress testing to guarantee appropriate weight-load capacities and safety factors for retail environments and heavy material handling.
- Cost & Process Optimization: Evaluate existing fixture and cart designs to identify opportunities for material reduction, part standardization, and faster weld times.
- Product Line innovation Design, modify and expand our line of modular garden centre fixtures, heavy duty carts, shipping racks, retail display units
- Prepare complete fabrication and installation packages, including dimensions, tolerances, component details, cut lists, bills of material and assembly instructions.
- Develop structural layouts and details for frames, posts, beams, bracing, connections,



base plates and anchoring arrangements, working with engineering input where required.
- Review customer requirements, site measurements and design notes to confirm scope, fit, constructability and installation requirements.
- Coordinate with internal or external engineers on loading requirements, structural calculations, design changes and required reviews or approvals.
- Create and maintain part numbers, item records, bills of material (BOMs) and revisions in the ERP system; ensure these match approved drawings.

Costing and estimating

- Prepare accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates for new products, custom designs, structures and modifications.
- Estimate material quantities, fabrication and assembly labour, finishing, purchased components, subcontracted work and installation requirements.
- Work with purchasing and production to confirm supplier pricing, material availability, lead times and manufacturing assumptions.
- Compare design and material options to improve cost, fabrication efficiency and product quality while meeting project requirements.
- Document costing assumptions, exclusions and revisions; review estimates against actual material use and labour to improve future costing.

Production and project support

- Work with sales, purchasing, production and installation teams to resolve technical questions and support project planning and quoting.
- Troubleshoot drawing, fabrication and installation issues; update designs and documentation to reflect approved solutions.
- Assist with prototypes, product improvements and final inspections to confirm finished products meet drawing and quality requirements.
- Occasionally attend sites to verify measurements and assist with estimating, installation or start-up.
- Manage assigned priorities and deadlines; communicate missing information, design risks and cost impacts promptly.
- Perform other related duties as required to support efficient company operations.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration





- Modify and refine existing product lines to reduce production complexity, lower material costs and enhance real-world performance
- Partner with project managers, sales teams, and shop floor operators to ensure designs align precisely with client requirements and standard manufacturing tolerances.

Required Qualifications and Experience

- Education: Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology, Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum 5 years of technical design experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment, including hands-on costing and structural design or detailing experience.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar tool) for 3D modelling, assemblies and detailed 2D production drawings.
- Experience designing or detailing fabricated steel or aluminum structures, frames and connections, with an understanding of structural loads, stability and constructability.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare material takeoffs, bills of material and estimates covering materials, labour and manufacturing processes.
- Strong knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining, assembly and finishing processes, including their effect on design and cost.
- Experience using an ERP system to create and maintain part records, BOMs and costing information;

JobBOSS ERP experience is preferred.

- Problem-Solving: Strong structural intuition and analytical mathematical skills to handle custom, non-standard engineering applications.
- Strong Excel skills for costing, quantity calculations and analysis.
- Ability to interpret customer specifications, technical drawings and engineering requirements
- Clear written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively.

Work Conditions

- Location: Grimsby Ontario area
- In Office environment within a plant setting 5 days / week
- Salary $75-85k + company paid benefits + RSP Match + vacation allowance + personal and sick day

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Experience:

- esign experience in a manufacturing or fabrication: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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