Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer / Designer

Guelph, Ontario (In-Office)

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 + Benefits

Our client, a well-established engineering and industrial systems company, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer or Mechanical Designer to join their team in Guelph, Ontario. This is an existing position offering the opportunity to work on a wide range of industrial process plant projects involving material handling, mixing, packaging, dust collection, ventilation, and piping systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and layout of industrial facilities and process equipment, working closely with project managers, engineers, clients, and fabrication teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and layouts for industrial process plant projects.
• Create and modify 2D and 3D models using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Design plant layouts including equipment arrangements, access requirements, maintenance considerations, and process flow.
• Prepare detailed drawings for:
• Ventilation systems
• Dust collection systems
• Mechanical piping systems
• Piping supports
• Material handling systems
• Mixing and packaging equipment
• Produce fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings.
• Coordinate designs with process, electrical, and controls teams.
• Conduct site visits to gather field measurements and verify installation requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and client meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Support project execution from concept development through fabrication and installation.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree, Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-10 years of mechanical design experience in industrial, process, manufacturing, bulk material handling, or related environments.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience developing:
• Plant layouts
• Equipment arrangements
• Process piping systems
• Ventilation and dust collection systems
• Material handling equipment layouts
• Strong understanding of fabrication and manufacturing practices.
• Ability to interpret process flow diagrams (PFDs), mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary project team.

Preferred Qualifications

• P.Eng. designation or eligibility for licensing in Ontario is considered an asset.
• Experience with industrial process plants, bulk solids handling, food processing, chemical processing, recycling, mining, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with field installation and construction support activities.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to industrial mechanical systems.

What's in it for You

• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging industrial projects.
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with an established organization.
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment.
• Exposure to projects from concept through commissioning.
• Competitive salary in the $70,000-$85,000 range based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

If you are a Mechanical Designer or Mechanical Engineer who enjoys industrial process plant design and wants to be involved in meaningful projects from concept to completion, we'd like to hear from you.