Job Description

Position Title: Senior Mechanical Designer

Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000

Department: Engineer
Location: Woodbridge, ON

The Opportunity

Responsibilities:

• Create and develop 3D models in SolidWorks for machinery, equipment and structures as stand-alone units or part of integrated systems that include all mounting and piping requirements

• Able to read and understand structural indication drawings as well as interpret specifications, sketches and information that affect component or system design
• Select hardware and components and create detailed Bills of Materials
• Responsible for consideration of safety, installation methodologies, and lifting plans
• Design for manufacturability and collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop designs capable of being manufactured in house or through 3rd party vendors
• Develop sheet metal designs and create and modify burn programs using sheet metal nesting software
• Knowledge of ASME, NFPA, and OSHA standards pertaining to Manufacturing equipment and platform design
• Ensures all designs are thoroughly checked and in accordance to internal Design and Documentation standards
• Review and approve vendor equipment approval drawings
• Ability to lead or attend internal, client and vendor meetings
• Assists Project Managers and estimators where required
• Travel to customer site as required to perform pre-engineering measurements, site surveys and assist with start-up
• Identify and communicate deviations from scope of work
• Understand customer requirements and expectations and develop/drive actions and schedules needed to support those program expectations
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned
• Treats all AGI and customer information in a confidential manner
• Understands and abides by AGI policies and procedures
• Inform management of problems or issues which affect AGI’s ability to meet customer requirements
• Working onsite at the company office in Woodbridge in collaboration with other centralized cross-functional AGI teams

Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of 3D SolidWorks design and drafting
• 10+ Years related experience in a custom manufacturing environment
• Drafting and design experience with metal fabrication, material handling equipment, structures and grain systems preferred
• Mechanical and technical skills/knowledge
• Experience with equipment manufacturing
• Experience with FEA analysis is an asset
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Revit an asset

Why AGI?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

Our Benefits

Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodation is available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.