DESIGN ENGINEER – Canada

Company Description:

LiftWerx is a specialized wind energy contractor which performs large corrective repairs, utilizing both ground-based cranes as well as up-tower cranes. LiftWerx offers both specialized equipment and experienced personnel to perform corrective repairs on a wide variety of wind turbines.

We invite you to join LiftWerx, where we are focused on raising the bar.

Job Description:

Design Engineer (full-time)

Location:

This position is based at our facilities in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. From time to time, the successful candidate(s) may be required to travel to worksites to obtain measurements, develop new design concepts, and commission new equipment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and advancement of new technologies by proactively contributing high-impact ideas and designs that align with the company’s strategic growth objectives, continuously enhancing the safety, efficiency, and capabilities of our equipment and processes
• Oversee and manage complex engineering projects from concept through to execution, including project planning, conceptual design, detailed design, analysis, testing and validation, ensuring delivery of best-in-class results on time and within budget
• Exercise engineering judgement and technical authority to validate that all designs meet or exceed standards for safety, reliability, performance, and regulatory compliance
• Mentor, coach, and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and co-op students, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing, professional development, and high performance across the engineering team
• Maintain a positive and collaborative workplace culture, promoting creativity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence

This position reports to the Engineering Manager.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in a related industry
• Specific skills related to cranes, welded and formed steel structures, aluminum structures, machining, heavy equipment, hydraulics, electronics and controls, as it relates to engineering and operations are an asset
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng), or willingness to acquire
• Valid driver’s license (class G or equivalent)
• Must be able to work both individually and in an established team setting
• GWO Certified, or willingness to acquire
• Hands-on experience working with tools, machinery, heavy equipment, or vehicles, at a professional or hobby level is an asset

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] and you could be the next addition to our growing team!