Mechanical Engineer - Research and Development

Mechanical Engineer - Research and Development

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R&D Engineer

Your role and responsibilities

The ABB Measurement & Analytics plant in Quebec is a world leader in the field of spectroscopy. Our contract engineering service is the largest Canadian supplier of space optical sensors used, among other things, for monitoring greenhouse gas emissions and for global weather forecasting. Our plant is also recognized for its expertise in the development and manufacturing of various products that meet several industrial analysis needs on a daily basis. By joining one of the largest engineering departments in Quebec, you will actively contribute to the activities of a dynamic and stimulating multidisciplinary team. As part of your duties, you will work as a mechanical engineer within the opto-mechanical team. You will be responsible for the mechanical aspects related to the design, manufacturing, and commissioning of several product development projects. The sought-after engineer has a well-developed physical sense, is passionate about their field, enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team, stands out for their curiosity and thirst for learning, and has concrete achievements in new product design.

1. Design instruments in compliance with requirements, costs, and deadlines.
2. Choose and optimize manufacturing processes (CNC machining, molding, bending, 3-D printing, and others).
3. Verify and seal plans while respecting geometric tolerancing standards.
4. Rigorously document mechanical design, establish tolerancing budgets, and inspection plans.
5. Supervise assembly, commissioning, and establish prototype test plans.
6. Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and make presentations to clients at critical milestones.
7. Actively participate in planning tasks and technical proposals (estimation).
8. Occasionally support production.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with five to ten years of experience in developing complex systems, knowledge of optical systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of materials, mechanical manufacturing processes, heat treatments, and surface treatments.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing principles. Knowledge in structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) is an asset.
• Experience in designing aerospace instruments and/or for harsh environments is an asset.
• Knowledge of high-pressure equipment manufacturing standards (ASME) or explosive environments (ATEX) is an asset.
• Member of the OIQ.
• Bilingualism (French/English) and skills in written and oral communication. French is required. English is necessary to communicate with clients outside Quebec on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Accident insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Wellbeing program

More about us

ABB's Measurement & Analytics division is among the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of smart instrumentation and analyzers. With thousands of experts around the world and high-performance digital technology, ABB's team is dedicated to making measurement easy for its industrial and energy customers to let them operate more efficiently and profitably. This offer is conditional upon the applicant obtaining Industrial Security Level 2 status and a certificate issued by the Department of Controlled Goods. We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. For the ninth consecutive year, ABB Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine. Consistently ranked as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Montreal's Best Employers, Canada's Best Employers for Young People, Canada's Greenest Employers and a long-time recipient of the Women in Governance Parity Certification, ABB's culture and commitment is to provide a caring workplace where everyone collaborates, feels valued, respected, included and supported.