Senior Mechanical Engineer

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’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering; P.Eng. designation or progress toward license preferred. 

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 travel to our Calgary factory

Ability to travel internationally 

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