This position assists Intermediate and Senior Mechanical Engineers Supervisors and Managers in the coordination of project execution in accordance with client requirements and objectives within cost and schedule constraints and in quality procedures and practices.
Mechanical Engineers in Training assist more senior engineers in the preparation of plans calculations and reports. This position works under close supervision and the work is reviewed for accuracy adequacy and conformance with prescribed procedures.
Mechanical Engineers In Training receive on-the-job training in various phases of office plant and field engineering through assignments. Tasks assigned are simple and routine in nature. Incumbents in this position make few routine technical decisions within clearly defined procedures and guidelines.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Apply principals of Mechanical Engineering to specifications and design of process equipment.
- Analyze structures and equipment due to force thermal vibration and impact / shock loads using theory Code defined procedures and finite element analysis.
- Apply practical knowledge and develop a broad base of skills while contributing to the overall success of Propaks operations through interaction with a cross-functional team.
- Review fabrication drawings.
- Perform shop inspections and resolve technical issues.
- Assist with resolutions of field Requests for Information (RFIs);
Prerequisites
Education
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited universityEligible for Engineer in Training registration or registered and in good standing with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)Experience
Direct work experience is not required however previous mechanical engineering in oil and gas related facilities is considered an assetDemonstrated competency in applying principles of mechanical engineering to specifications and design of process equipment is considered an assetExperience working with ANSYS engineering software is considered an assetOther
Knowledge of FEA vibration analysis and impact / shock related problemsKnowledge of oil and gas or petrochemical facilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office suiteRequired Skills and Abilities
Ability to apply appropriate theoretical and practical engineering principles to solve problemsAbility to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlinesAbility to work on multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to anticipate the effects of changes and plan accordinglyExcellent organizational time management and planning skillsStrong verbal and written communication interpersonal and presentation skillsAbility to communicate clearly and respectfullyAbility to interpret and utilize complex informationSolid reading research and analytical skillsAbility to understand complex technical verbal and written instructionsAbility to interpret and utilize complex information computer-based designs drawings specialized technical manuals and specificationsAbility to visualize three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional drawingsStrong detail orientationAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to take independent action to accomplish objectivesAbility to monitor the quality of your own work and create systems for checking accuracyPositive attitudeWillingness to learn new skills systems and proceduresHighly motivated to excel in a competitive environmentStrong command of the English languageRelationships
Internal
Works in a team environmentInteracts professionally with all levels of staff and managementRequired to attend meetings and liaise with direct supervisor and co-workersCollaborate with multidisciplinary Engineers Designers Trades Managers and other department personnel to ensure project execution and timelines are metAnswers inquiries and explain processesMay be required to prepare internal reportsExternal
Interacts with clients / vendors as requestedInteracts professionally with all external partiesAuthority Level
Has the latitude to apply judgment to resolve problems / issues related to work area and projects and make independent decisions within the scope of the position however work is supervised and reviewed by a professional engineer.Issues of a more complex nature or beyond the scope of the position are referred to more senior engineersThe supervisor is readily available for assistance and guidanceWork Environment
Specific Work Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with usual weekday office hoursOvertime may be required to meet project deadlinesRequires the ability to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiriesCoping with frequent interruption and changing prioritiesRequired to attend meetings at other buildingsMay involve occasional travel to meet vendors suppliers and customers or visit project site visits often with little noticePhysical Requirements
Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer reading manuals etc.Manual dexterity for data input paperwork and use of standard office equipmentClimbing kneeling crouching and crawling when examining equipmentCompany-standard PPE must be worn when entering fabrication shops yards and project sites.Walking on uneven ground is to be expected in yards and at project sitesPerformance Measures
Time Management
Undertakes effective daily planning to ensure tasks are completed on timeMaintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing prioritiesAccuracy
The outcome of work is neat complete accurate and error freeApproaches work methodically and with precisionIdentify proper standards and codesConsistently monitors the accuracy of workContacts appropriate departments and personnel to resolve discrepanciesWork processes are monitored and evaluated and new work procedures are developed if necessaryReports are error free and professionally presented within the scope of the positionCommunication Skills
Appropriately safeguards confidential informationCommunicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse individualsCommunicates complex information and ideas and provides clear explanations to internal and external clientsEnsures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right timeReads interprets and utilizes complex materials computer-based designs drawings specialized technical manuals and specificationsQuantity and Quality of Work
Consistently produces error free work within appropriate timeframeGathers information and makes independent decisions within the scope of the positionFinds innovative solutions to problems through research testing and analysis by keeping abreast of new technology systems processes and regulationsThe duties and responsibilities outlined in this document are not meant to be an exhaustive list but rather an overview of the job. The employee is responsible for completing all duties necessary to help fulfill departmental goals.
Key Skills
Mechanical Design,System Design,FEA,ASME Codes & Standards,CAD,Mechanical Knowledge,Creo,SolidWorks,Mechanical Engineering,Autocad,HVAC Design,Autodesk Inventor
Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area : Engineering
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1