About the role#
The Junior Mechanical CAD Designer role involves working with senior mechanical and electrical hardware designers. You will focus on maintaining and updating CAD files while assisting in the development of new product designs. This position is a paid co-op opportunity.
What you'll do#
- Check, compare, and revise existing SolidWorks CAD files against as-built products.
- Add missing metadata and upload files to SolidWorks PDM.
- Perform physical measurements to assist with design checking.
- Maintain existing mechanical designs and drawings.
- Assist in the research of new technology and technical analysis of proposed designs.
- Support the generation of Bills of Materials, conceptual 3D models, and detailed 3D designs.
- Generate 2D control drawings.
- Review designs and implementations against quality standards.
- Produce preliminary product documentation for firmware, hardware, and manufacturing teams.
What you'll need#
- A two-year Technology Diploma in mechanical engineering is preferred.
- A strong understanding of mechanical design principles.
- Experience with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.
- Proficiency in technical drawings, plastic and sheet metal design.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Good interpersonal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Surrey, British Columbia.
- Work Modality: Hybrid (currently 3 days per week).
- Compensation: $20 to $26 per hour.
- Employment Type: Full-time co-op.
About Delta Controls
Delta Controls manufactures building automation systems. The company focuses on open-protocol technology and holds certification for its entire product line. It maintains all research, development, and manufacturing operations at its headquarters near Vancouver. The organization operates through a network of over 300 distributors across more than 80 countries.
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