Position Title: Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Drafting)

Position Reports To:           Engineering Manager
Department:                         Engineering

Description:
Develop and prepare designs, sketches, drawings, plans, diagrams or layouts from concept to shop detailed manufacturing drawings. Maintain and organize drawings.  Maintain an engineering and project management system.

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Required qualifications include:



• Experience in operating AutoCAD and another 3D Cad software program


• 5 years of related experience
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  Basic computer skills in MS Office
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  Ability to pay close attention to detail
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  Post secondary training in CAD/CAM Engineering Technology or related diploma
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  Ability to work independently and within a team environment
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  Responsibilities will include:
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  Develop and prepare engineering designs and drawings form preliminary concepts.
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  Ability to use AutoCAD to prepare CNC files for further processing


• Ability to model designs in 3D


• Complete as-built drawings for work being completed at facility

Maintain Dahlson drafting and engineering standards regarding project management and drawings.


• Liaise with shop personnel to ensure information contained on construction drawings is clearly understood.


• Work with customers to detail their design requirements


• Work independently on design concepts with direction from project team.


• Deal with sub vendors regarding ongoing projects


• Project manage builds and take responsibility for all aspects of said builds

Assist in the maintenance and develop QC packages for end customers

Interested Candidates should forward their resume via email to receptionist@dahlson.ca

Position Title: Shop Foreman

Position Reports To:           Operations Manager
Department:                         Fabrication

Description:

Plan, organize, schedule and supervisor welding activities to meet production schedules and provide a quality product to customers.   

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Required qualifications include:



• Certified Journeyman with experience in related equipment


• 1-3 years lead hand or supervisory experience
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  Supervisory and Safety Leadership courses are desired
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  Self-directed with the ability to encourage and support a high performing team
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  Demonstrated commitment to quality and safety
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  Demonstrates effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills


• Basic computer skills
  
  

• Responsibilities will include:
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  Liaise with customers, sales and operations staff to determine production needs and scheduling priorities, including reviewing and coordinating drawing changes
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  Recruit and supervise lead hands, welders, labourers, and shipping and receiving staff including establishing work plans and schedules, assigning responsibilities, approving time sheets and ensuring performance expectations and standards are known and met


• Provide direction and support to contractors as required and raise significant performance issues to management


• Maintain positive employee, management and customer relations

Develop and implement production related training programs, train or supervise the training of production staff

Provide required production information to ensure inspection and activities meet customer and legislative specifications

• Administer OH&S regulations including conducting safety inspections, leading monthly safety meetings and ensure staff follow proper safety procedures
  
  

• Coordinate the service maintenance and repair of equipment and track maintenance schedules and repairs

• Conduct weekly production meetings with production staff

• Provide back-up support to shipping/receiving

Interested Candidates should forward their resume via email to receptionist@dahlson.ca

Mechanical Engineer

Dahlson has an excellent career opportunity for a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to join a high performance team that is advancing in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. 

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Required qualifications include:



• Holds a current APEGGA professional engineering designation.


• Have at least 5 years of related field experience with a preferred base in the Oil and Gas industry. 
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  Relevant knowledge would be in designing process equipment / piping packages, as well as design of static & dynamically loaded steel structures.
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  Familiarity with the relevant industry codes and standards; ASME, ANSI, API, CSA.Sound 3D CAD modeling skills and design transfer to 2D manufacturing drawings, either in Autodesk Inventor and/or SolidWorks
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  LEAN experience in a job-shop environment would be an asset
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  A team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. Innovative aptitude, creativity blended with diligence for execution.
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  Exceptional problem solving skills to understand the details and complexities of the issues, while still managing the overall results effectively.
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  Ability to manage projects and work efficiently on multiple projects concurrently in various stages and meet deadlines.
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  Responsibilities will include:

  
  
  Provide design and process guidance for projects in such a way as to optimize production and reduce costs using Lean principles.  Ensure design integrity and absolute compliance with company policy, engineering procedures, industry codes and standards.
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  Be able to work effectively within the Engineering & Design team in executing design objectives.


• Impact and drive projects using project management planning tools.  Be able to deal with dynamic project adjustments and plan to minimize negative impacts while effectively managing client’s expectations.


• Achieve project deliverables from inception to completion in safety, cost, schedule, and quality. 


Interface with manufacturing / shop floor and Supply Chain to ensure seamless transition from design to manufacture completion.

Be comfortable in operating within a high performance team environment, and as such, provide peer coaching and training as appropriate to build Dahlson’s overall capability.

Interested Candidates should forward their resume via email to receptionist@dahlson.ca

Journeymen Welders/ B-Pressure Welders

Successful candidate(s) will be responsible

for the following:

• Oxy-acetylene cutting, Arc welding and MIG welding


• Understanding welding process specifications


• The ability to work flexible hours with possible overtime


• Some blue print reading an asset

 

Required qualifications include:



• A minimum of 1 year experience working as a welder/journeyman


• Ability to work as a team player as well as independently


• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills


• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills


• The ability to work well under pressure

Steel Fabricators & Fitters

Required qualifications include:

• Study engineering drawings and blueprints, determine the materials required, and plan the sequence of tasks


• Lay out reference points and patterns on heavy metal according to component specifications
• Rig, hoist and move materials to storage areas or within worksite


• Assemble and fit metal sections and plates to form complete units using TAC welding


• Install fabricated components in final product


• Some MIG welding may be required depending on experience


• A minimum of 3 years experience working as a fabricator and/or fitter


• Ability to work as a team player as well as independently


• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills


• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills


• The ability to work well under pressure