Title:  Senior Mechanical Designer

Location: 

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Canada

Professional Area:  ENGINEERING
Contract Duration:  PERMANENT

About Tenova

Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for sustainable, innovative and reliable solutions in the metals and also through the well-known TAKRAF and DELKOR brands in the mining industries. Tenova leverages a workforce of over 2,500 forward-thinking professionals located in 18 countries across 5 continents, who design technologies and develop services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions.

www.tenova.com

 

Your role in Tenova:  Senior Mechanical Designer
Description: 

Position Summary

Tenova Goodfellow Inc. is seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Designer to join our Engineering Department team in Mississauga. The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for developing detailed 2D and 3D mechanical designs, layouts, drawings, and associated documentation for industrial equipment, machinery, piping systems, and process plants. Working closely with engineers and project teams, the incumbent creates accurate design packages that support fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
The successful candidate will possess strong drafting and modeling capabilities, extensive experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor, and a solid understanding of industrial manufacturing and mechanical design practices.
TGI is part of a global organization that supplies advanced technologies, products, and services to the metal and mining industries. As a world leader in providing advanced process control technologies, TGI focuses on improving energy efficiency in combustion intensive processes by using its proprietary extractive & optical sensor technology.


Key Responsibilities

•    Develop detailed mechanical designs for industrial equipment, machinery, process systems, and supporting infrastructure.
•    Create and maintain 2Dand 3D designs of industrial equipment and systems using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD , and other CAD software.
•    Produce fabrication, assembly, installation, and manufacturing drawings.
•    Develop and maintain layouts, equipment arrangements, GA drawings  and P&IDs.
•    Develop and update drafting standards, design procedures, and work instructions.
•    Ensure drawing packages are accurate, complete, and properly released.
•    Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawing packages.
•    Design interconnecting piping systems and prepare associated documentation.
•    Collaborate with project managers, process engineers, controls engineers, and vendors during project execution.
•    Review vendor drawings and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements.
•    Assist in equipment procurement by preparing technical specifications and reviewing supplier proposals.
•    Support continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering design, document control, and project execution.
•    Participate in design reviews, hazard reviews, and commissioning support activities.

Requirements

•    Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
•    Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset.
•    Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or industrial engineering projects.
•    Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD.
•    Experience designing industrial machinery, mechanical equipment, material handling systems, or process plant equipment.
•    Experience producing detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
•    Experience developing mechanical layouts, equipment arrangements, and piping designs.
•    Experience creating and maintaining P&IDs.
•    Experience writing engineering procedures, standards, and work instructions.
•    Previous experience within an industrial manufacturing, metals, mining, processing, or heavy industrial environment is considered a strong asset.
•    Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor (or SolidWorks or equivalent software)
•    Willingness to travel internationally if needed
•    Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
•    Experience with engineering document management systems such as Autodesk Vault, PRO.FILE, or similar PDM/PLM platforms is considered an asset.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
•    Familiarity with engineering standards, drafting practices, and mechanical design principles.
•    Knowledge of fabrication methods, welding, machining, forming, and industrial manufacturing processes.
•    Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving skills.
•    Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
•    Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
•    Strong organizational and documentation skills.
•    Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team environment.
•    Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
•    Proficient in FE Analysis
•    Familiarity with electrolysis processes or related electrochemical systems is an asset
•    Understanding of materials, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics is considered an asset