Design and Development Engineer

Design and Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles in the design and development of insulators, jigs, fixtures, tools and machinery
• Develop specifications for insulator components
• Recommend improvements in the manufacturing, assembly, and testing of insulators.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical tests on insulators and hardware.
• Investigate and resolve insulator manufacturing and component technical issues.
• Prepare 3D models and conduct mechanical load stress analysis of insulators and structures.
• Solve fluid mechanics problems with laminar and turbulent flow for rubber injection molding and aluminum foundry.
• Solve problems that arise from Production and Suppliers.
• Assist in the commissioning of new tools and machinery.
• Write technical reports.

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled with software and programming ability in C programming language or equivalent
• Knowledge in Fluid Mechanics and Mechanical Load Stress Analysis
• Knowledgeable in AutoCAD, SolidWorks 3D models and FEA and PLC programming
• Capability in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook, Internet
• PLS CADD/Pole for mechanical analysis of power line structures
• Technical writing and presentations
• Trained in project management and cost analysis.

Experience

• Must have a minimum 5 years experience in designing jigs, fixtures, tools and machinery in a Manufacturing plant.
• Experience in polymer injection molding process and equipment is an asset.

Education

• University Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Membership

• Certified P. Eng.

To Apply:

Interested candidates please forward your resume to Attention: Human Resources at insulators@k-line.net along with your salary expectations.

November 26, 2018