Panelmatic

Designs and builds electrical control panels

Mechanical Designer Engineer - Intermediate

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBurnaby, BC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Have strong proficiency with SolidWorks or a comparable 3D CAD platform.
Have proven experience with sheet metal design and industrial enclosure fabrication.
Have experience designing structural members, frames, and heavy-duty assemblies.
Have a solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
Have knowledge of tolerance stack-ups, fit, and function.
Be able to interpret electrical schematics and understand interface requirements.
Have experience working within PDM/PLM systems, such as SolidWorks PDM.
Be proficient with Microsoft Excel for bills of materials, calculations, and engineering data tracking.
Have strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
Have a proactive problem-solving mindset focused on practical solutions.
Be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Have an engineering degree or technical diploma, such as Mechanical Engineering or AScT.
Have 3–5 years of experience in a mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing environment.
Demonstrate the ability to produce mechanical general arrangement drawings and detailed part and assembly drawings.
Have experience with large industrial equipment, custom-engineered products, or electrical enclosures.
Have experience in medium-voltage switchgear or power distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain 3D models, parts, assemblies, and construction drawings using SolidWorks.
Generate accurate bills of materials to support manufacturing, procurement, and costing.
Work within established drawing standards, document control procedures, and product data management systems.
Maintain and update existing parts and assembly drawings, converting them into fabrication-ready drawings for production.
Review mechanical designs for manufacturability, cost effectiveness, tolerance stack-up, and ease of assembly.
Participate in internal design reviews and contribute practical, production-focused solutions.
Collaborate with electrical designers and engineers to ensure proper mechanical-electrical integration.
Apply applicable codes and standards, including CSA, UL, IEEC, and internal company standards.
Ensure mechanical designs support regulatory compliance and safety requirements.
Work with the production team to develop assembly details, work instructions, and build sequences for complex assemblies.
Review vendor drawings and technical documentation for accuracy and compatibility.
Interact with vendors and suppliers to integrate purchased components into designs.
Support engineering change processes (ECR/ECO) and maintain accurate revision control.
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication, assembly, and testing.
Provide informal technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior designers as required.

Desired Qualifications

Have experience with finite element analysis (FEA), static and/or dynamic.
Be eligible for or registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT).

Mechanical Designer Engineer (Intermediate)

Panelmatic · Burnaby, Canada · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-26

Salary: CAD 85,000–110,000

Workplace: on_site

Department: ENG

Description

About RIC Power Corp

RIC Power Corp. is owned by Panelmatic and designs and manufactures medium-voltage switchgear solutions for utilities, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects where safety, reliability, and performance are critical. Our focus is on delivering engineered-to-order systems, including metal-enclosed, metal-clad, and arc-resistant switchgear, tailored to the unique requirements of each application. With a deep understanding of electrical distribution, protection, and safety standards, RIC Power develops solutions that support long-term system reliability while prioritizing operator safety and ease of maintenance. Every system is carefully engineered, manufactured, and assembled using proven components and industry-recognized practices to ensure consistent performance in demanding environments.

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for the detailed design and 3D modeling of switchgear and power distribution products. Working under the technical guidance of the Mechanical Engineering Lead, this role transforms high-level concepts into manufacturing-ready drawing packages. The Designer ensures all outputs are accurate, feasible, and strictly adhere to RIC Power /Panelmatic design standards and Quality Management System (QMS).

Job Responsibilities:

Create and maintain 3D models, parts, assemblies, and construction drawings using SolidWorks
Generate accurate bills of materials (BOMs) to support manufacturing, procurement, and costing
Work within established drawing standards, document control procedures, and PDM systems
Maintain and update existing parts and assembly drawings, converting them into fabrication-ready drawings for production
Review mechanical designs for manufacturability, cost effectiveness, tolerance stack-up, and ease of assembly
Participate in internal design reviews and contribute practical, production-focused solutions
Collaborate closely with electrical designers and engineers to ensure proper mechanical–electrical integration
Apply applicable codes and standards, including CSA, UL, IEEC, and internal company standards
Ensure mechanical designs support regulatory compliance and safety requirements
Work with the production team to develop assembly details, work instructions, and build sequences for complex assemblies
review vendor drawings and technical documentation for accuracy and compatibility
Interact with vendors and suppliers to integrate purchased components into designs
Support engineering change processes (ECR/ECO) and maintain accurate revision control
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication, assembly, and testing
Provide informal technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior designers as required.

Requirements

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or a comparable 3D CAD platform
Proven experience with sheet metal design and industrial enclosure fabrication
Experience designing structural members, frames, and heavy-duty assemblies
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes
Knowledge of tolerance stack-ups, fit, and function
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and understand interface requirements
Experience working within PDM/PLM systems (e.g., SolidWorks PDM)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for BOMs, calculations, and engineering data tracking
Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
Proactive problem-solving mindset with a focus on practical solutions
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Asset: Experience with FEA analysis (static and/or dynamic)
Engineering degree or technical diploma (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, AScT)
Eligibility or registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a P.Eng. or EIT is an asset
3- 5 years of experience in a mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to produce mechanical general arrangement (GA) drawings and detailed part and assembly drawings
Experience with large industrial equipment, custom-engineered products, or electrical enclosures
Experience in medium voltage switchgear or power distribution equipment

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision coverage
RRSP matching program
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time-off
Company events

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About the Company

Panelmatic

Designs and builds electrical control panels

Panelmatic designs and builds custom electrical control panels, power distribution systems, and integrated control houses for heavy industrial and high-reliability applications. It offers turnkey solutions from design and engineering through manufacturing and field support, with engineering, fabrication, and testing done in-house to control timelines and quality. The company differentiates itself through its vertically integrated process, bespoke systems, NEC/UL compliance, and the ability to serve harsh environments, plus its expansion into modular data center solutions under private equity ownership by Neos Partners. Its goal is to reliably power critical industrial processes across utilities, renewables, oil and gas, data centers, and metals/mining, while expanding product lines and markets.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: North Houston District, Texas
Founded: 1957

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