A technical contributor and mentor responsible for supporting revenue generating project activity across custom configured orders, product sustaining and cost reduction initiatives. This role requires deep engineering judgment, cross-functional collaboration and the ability to independently lead complex assignments while elevating the capability of peers.

Responsibilities

Product & Projects – Mechanical

- Lead or support the configuration and design of custom engineered shredder orders, ensuring technical requirements are fully captured, documented and achieved.
- Provide engineering support for product sustaining activities including design improvements, field issue resolution and corrective actions.
- Drive or contribute to cost reduction and VA/VE initiatives, identifying opportunities to reduce material and manufacturing cost without compromising product integrity.
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including BOMs, drawings, ECNs and technical data packages in compliance with all engineering procedures.
- Create and manage 3D models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
- Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing engineering and production to ensure designs are buildable and meet DFM/DFA requirements.
- Support service, quality and production teams as a technical resource for current products.
- Exercise independent engineering judgment on complex or ambiguous assignments with minimal supervisory direction.
- Serve as a technical reference point for the projects team on design decisions, precedent and engineering standards.
- Design, analyze and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems for mobile and industrial (plant-based) applications.
- Create and maintain hydraulic schematics, system layouts and detailed engineering documentation.
- Evaluate and approve hydraulic component selections and supplier recommendations.
- Translate commercial and operational priorities into actionable engineering plans in coordination with the engineering manager.




- Identify and flag technical risks early in the project lifecycle, providing clear options and recommended paths forward.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes and tools.
- Serve as a technical authority on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic system design.

Team

- Act as a mentor and technical resource for junior and intermediate engineers on the projects team.
- Foster a culture of knowledge sharing, continuous learning and engineering excellence.
- Promote clear, professional communication across engineering, manufacturing, commercial and service functions.
- Support onboarding and skill development of new team members.

Process

- Adhere to all engineering department procedures, quality systems and documentation standards.
- Participate in internal audits and process reviews to ensure procedures remain current and are being followed.
- Manage time across concurrent project assignments to meet commitments.
- Identify and propose cost improvement opportunities across assigned projects.
- Manage project scope and flag budget or timing risks proactively.

Support

- Must be willing to travel periodically within North America for product support and troubleshooting

Qualifications

- Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- 8+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in custom equipment, heavy machinery or industrial capital equipment.
- Specialization in Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics or Fluid Power Systems preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in SolidWorks and ERP/MRP systems.
- FEA experience is considered an asset.
- Strong background in mechanical design including gear, drive and hydraulic systems.
- Thorough understanding of DFM/DFA and GD&T.;
- Excellent analytical ability with strong materials and manufacturing process knowledge.
- Strong project management skills: planning, organizing, problem solving and decision-making across concurrent assignments.
- Skilled communication skills for interaction with in

📌 Mechanical Engineer (Waterloo)
🏢 Shred-Tech
📍 Waterloo