Senior Mechanical Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team and contribute to developing cutting-edge solutions for our core robotic manufacturing technologies. This role will be based at our Calgary, AB facility.

You might be a good fit if you:

• Have a passion for leading industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact

• Desire to play a founding role and reap the benefits as part of a growth-stage startup with significant upside

• Enjoy building not only the technology but also high-performing teams and companies

• Are committed to continuous learning at the intersection of several industries

What you'll do:

• Lead the design of cutting-edge, industry-first automation systems using a first-principles approach

• Gather design constraints and produce complex 3D models based on a knowledge of pneumatics, motion (motor control & drives), materials, and manufacturing processes

• Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications, and release bills of materials; own all aspects of the product design phase

• Design systems for compliance to applicable standards (i.e., CSA, ISO, ANSI, OSHA, customer specific)

• Establish robust supply chains and manage low-cost manufacturing partnerships

• Confer with colleagues, suppliers, contractors, customers, and relevant authorities to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and create appropriate technical documentation, including machine manuals

• Set goals, develop, and maintain equipment build schedules for project launches

• Research and evaluate mechanical products for application feasibility by applying knowledge of engineering principles for our continual product development

• Support equipment installations, operation, maintenance, and repairs to ensure that machinery is installed and functioning according to intended specifications

• Lead and participate in mechanical design reviews

• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics); P.Eng. designation required

• 5+ years of robotic systems integration experience in a custom automation environment

• Practical hands-on mechanical aptitude and a sincere passion for engineering, robotics, and automation

• Extensive experience using SolidWorks and AutoCAD

• A portfolio of automation projects in which you made significant contributions

• A willingness to participate in all technical areas of the business as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact

• The capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain timing deadlines

• Experience in mentoring junior engineers and designers

• Ability to work onsite at our Calgary factory

• Ability to travel internationally

• A relentless pursuit of learning and growing in the rapidly changing world of industrial automation