Mechanical Engineer

Essential Functions:

• Design specialized equipment for windshield fabrication

• Manage capital projects and oversee the projects from the proposal stage all the way to full implementation

• Create plant layout drawings that will maximize efficiency and improve safety of plant work areas

• Confer with vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status.

• Demonstrate effective organizational skills and handling multiple tasks independently with limited supervision.

• Support for all plant safety initiatives.

• Instigate studies and actions to resolve technical problems, reduce waste and improve team performance.

• Assist with mechanical improvements through TPM, P.M., and Capital Expenditure Projects.

• Maintain/update mechanical and site drawings using AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS

• Assist in the commissioning of new plant equipment and to ensure that the introduction into the facility is handled efficiently and with minimal disruption to production

• Some travel may be required; approximately twice per year may be required.

• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles

• Other duties as assigned by manager

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Decision Making: Demonstrates decisiveness and sound judgment in complex and ambiguous situations.

• Passion For Excellence: Challenges existing conditions by setting and achieving challenging goals and demonstrates strong commitment and accountability for results.

• Innovation & Change: Drives organization to think and act in an agile manner to reduce complexity and increase efficiency.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 7 or more years related experience.

• Experience in automotive manufacturing an asset.

• Strong computer skills (All MS Office programs, CAD).

• Excellent communication and human relation skills. Also well-developed interpersonal skills, verbal and written

• Self-Motivated Individual capable of multi-tasking and working well under pressure.