Mechanical Engineer in Training

In order to be considered for this position you will be required to apply, using your SKF email, via the following link:

In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

• Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
• Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
• Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Manager

Location: Calgary, AB

Job ID: 22530

Salary Range: $81,000.00 to $97,000.00

Recruiter: Brittany Kooyman

Summary:

SKF Magnetic Bearings in Calgary is a division of SKF Canada with a focus on the design and integration of magnetic levitation systems for leading-edge rotating machines used in particle science, semiconductor manufacturing, industrial and medical equipment, and gas compressors.

The right candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and 100% commitment to the success of our customers and team to achieve the optimum performance in Quality, Cost, Service and Employee Satisfaction.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated, technically oriented Mechanical Engineer to engage in the design and manufacture of magnetic levitation bearings, incorporating high-speed digital control systems.  You will provide engineering support for design, prototype assembly and validation testing of mechatronic systems, and serial manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of industrial equipment using CREO to create detailed solid models and drawings for fabrication of components and final assemblies
• Design of components taking into account material properties, stress analysis, tolerancing, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability
• Cost reduction activities, and optimization of designs and manufacturing processes
• Determination of root cause of field failures of complex electromechanical systems, and implementing corrective and preventative actions
• Creation of Failure Modes and Effects Analyses
• Project management of improvement initiatives, completion of design conformance assessments, and technical risk management
• Maintenance of technical documentation, drawings and procedures
• Technical report writing to document the results of testing, validation and troubleshooting activities
• Potential for remote and on-site assistance of customers (some travel may be required)
• Management of multiple concurrent projects and improvement initiatives including project schedules, and creation of cost estimates

Requirements:

• Entrepreneurial spirit; self-motivated and willing to learn
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, or are able to apply for registration with APEGA using an Inter-Provincial Mobility Application is an asset
• Up to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment including product design and development of manufacturing processes for electromechanical products, and working within an ISO quality system
• Experience with troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Ability to assemble what you design; this position requires excellent design skills and the ability to work with what you have built
• Experience in Mechatronics and Control Systems is an asset
• Experience with the design of magnetic circuits is an asset
• Experience with Python, C#, VBA is an asset
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to manage time across multiple projects

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If you do not receive this confirmation, please verify with the recruiter, (indicated at the top), that your application was indeed received.

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.