At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering activities and ensure efficient project execution.
- Company: Join ABB, a leader in sustainable industry solutions.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and inclusive workplace.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on projects that run the world.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years experience in mechanical design and a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
The predicted salary is between 65700 - 80300 $ per year.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
Your role and responsibilities
- Technical contribution
- Engineering development: Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks for conventional projects with few complex features.
- Authorization: Acts as a design authority for a particular engineering discipline and completes the corresponding engineering assignments.
- Construction support: Collaborates on project installation, commissioning, and site activities to clarify potential issues or provide solutions to rectify engineering errors.
- Customer and Sales
- Interacts with customers, contractors, and suppliers, attends project meetings, and presents all technical aspects of project assignments.
- Participates in project meetings actively and resolves any outstanding technical issues to meet contractual obligations.
- Technical leadership and knowledge sharing
- Applies design thinking or design for excellence concepts in projects, including modelling, prototyping, simulation, and calculations.
- Coaches project engineers and designers on the translation of conceptual designs to engineering documentation.
- People Leadership and development
- Leads, supervises, and coordinates teams in all engineering disciplines on low complexity projects.
- Process and tools
- Utilizes standard processes, tools, and techniques.
- Ensures that the engineering activities comply with safety, cybersecurity regulations and standards, and contractual requirements.
- Risk and opportunity management
- Evaluates risks and opportunities and strategizes mitigation for engineering projects/programs.
- Contract Management
- Ensures Bill of Materials (BOM) for the project meets contractual obligations and project gross margin requirements.
- Negotiates claims and engineering changes.
- Planning and control
- Creates work plans and cost estimates for the portfolio of projects in consultation with project managers.
- Ensures quality and timely implementation of projects within the targeted cost.
- Collaboration / Leadership
- Works closely with project manager from the receipt of contract/order till closure to meet technical requirements.
- Oversees the creation of subcontracts and manages subcontractors.
Qualifications for the role
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is considered a strong asset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity.
Mechanical Designer employer: ABB Canada Inc
At ABB, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that empowers our employees to lead and grow in a collaborative and inclusive environment. With a strong commitment to employee development and a focus on innovation, we offer unique opportunities for meaningful work that contributes to a sustainable future. Located in Canada, our hybrid work model fosters flexibility while ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported in their professional journey.
