Purpose of Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of the mechanical architecture for equipment used in commercial and industrial evaporative cooling and humidification applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Engineering, and Production to develop products to meet customer requirements and bring new and enhanced products to market. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HVAC systems, a passion for innovation and a proven track record of successful product testing and improvement.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a competent level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyze customer documents including technical specifications, schematic diagrams and mechanical drawings to understand their requirements.
Develop conceptual designs based on customer requirements including budgetary costing and CDE (Comply, Deviate, Exception) documentation.
Undertake detailed engineering design work using 3D and 2D CAD systems to produce models and manufacturing drawings.
Ensure designs meet specifications, performance criteria, and manufacturing capabilities.
Prepare and develop BOMs (Bill of Materials).
Responsible for prototype assembly, testing and refinement. Analyze test data and modify designs to improve performance or resolve issues.
Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company quality control processes.
Ensure industrialization processes are completed to integrate the designed solution into production.
Compile documentation to obtain accreditation for products.
Develop technical product documentation.
Provide engineering level support for products in the field.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, and manufacturing teams, to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
Keep up to date with the latest technologies, materials, and trends in mechanical design.
Adhere to Condair’s Quality Assurance System and Health and Safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Occasional travel (up to 15% of working time – domestic and international) is required for this role. The expectation for this role is to travel to the UK for 2-3 weeks within the first 3 months for training purposes.

Professional Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies

Education and Experience: A degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering is essential. 3-5 years’ experience in mechanical product or system design is required.
Language Skills: Exceptional communication skills both written and orally in English. Strong communication skills, able to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to Reason: Strong problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail. Excellent understanding of engineering principles and design standards. Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing of mechanical components. Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously.
Computer Skills: 3D and 2D CAD experience is essential. 3D and 2D Solid Edge and PLM experience is essential. Strong computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Microsoft Office.
Certifications/Licenses: Valid and up to date passport, and ability to travel domestic and internationally is required.
Other: Sheet metal design experience is preferred. Experience in HVAC design field is preferred. Experience working in an ISO 9001 organization is an asset. Experience of structural design analysis is an asset. Experience using SAP is an asset.

Personal Characteristics

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to other’s views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Offers to help others to achieve common goals.
Drive: Exhibits a drive to do all work required to achieve success. Aims to do the right thing without being told.
Ethics: Works with integrity and strong morals/ethics.
Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and follows through on commitments. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and asks for help when needed.
Safety: Observes safety and security procedures. Uses equipment and materials properly and as instructed.
Dependability: Is consistently at work and on time and completes work in a timely manner. Able to deal with change, delays, and unexpected events.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to:

Regularly use a computer workstation.
Regularly stand, bend, twist for the purpose of obtaining and reviewing paper documents.
Occasionally lift, bend and carry loads up to 55 pounds for prototype system assembly for fit testing, which may include working with heights (on ladders).

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly exposed to:

A regulated indoor office climate.
airports, airplanes, and other places that are associated with travelling domestically and/or internationally.
a manufacturing facility.
an engineering test area.

Benefits/Perks

Condair is pleased to provide the following benefits to all full-time employees (subject to change):

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance/AD&D
Flexible healthcare spending account
401k
Free snacks and beverages
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave

Accommodation

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Human Resources at na.hr@condair.com or call 613-822-0335 and ask to speak with Human Resources.

Acknowledgement

This job description reflects the immediate requirements of the post. As the duties of the post develop and requirements of the company change, the post holder will be required to carry out other duties.

About the Company

Condair Group, founded in 1948 and based in Switzerland is the global leader in humidification, dehumidification and evaporative cooling. Supported by science, we engineer individual, holistic solutions that customers can trust through the entire lifecycle. With optimal humidity, we increase productivity and create healthier built environments.

Condair Group has production sites in Europe, North America and China, its own sales and service organizations in 23 countries, and representatives in over 50 locations worldwide.

Our Vision: To create healthier built environments and increase productivity with the optimal humidity for a better life.

Our Mission: Driven by our customers’ needs and supported by science, we engineer reliable, sustainable solutions.

Slogan: Humidity for a better life

Our Values:

· We act on our Vision

· We are reliable

· We are result-oriented

· We empower our people

· We improve human life

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