Mechanical Engineer

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StandardAero is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Test Facility Engineering Team.

In this exciting and challenging role you will be responsible for design, manufacturing, implementing, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining Mechanical systems for testing gas turbine engines and test facilities.

The Test Facility Engineering Team is responsible for maintaining 51 global Engine Test Facilities, integrating new engine test platforms and sustainment activities for existing test facilities. StandardAero services engines from manufacturers including General Electric, Pratt and Whitney, Rolls Royce, and Honeywell plus others. Members of our team occasionally have the opportunity to travel to remote sites which include several U.S. locations, Canada, the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and Australia.

The selected candidate will be part of a team consisting of Electrical, Mechanical, Performance and Computer Engineers as well as Designers and Project Managers to create systems that are compliant, innovative, reliable, maintainable, and easy to operate.


 

Responsibilities will include:

• Direct the planning, design, engineering, procurement, cost, scheduling, construction, commissioning and troubleshooting activities of multiple major projects by coordinating effort of various internal departments, project teams and outside consulting resources.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed design of major engineering projects requiring mechanical considerations.  
• Manage projects based on approved timelines and project management principles. 
• Provide technical and financial data for preparation of project justification and cost benefit analysis.
• Review and evaluate contracts for work to be performed by consultants and outside contractors, approve plans and designs and resolve problems as they arise.
• Monitor all work in progress to ensure that quality and engineering standards are met. 
• Act as a liaison with internal and external customers, assuring satisfaction with progress and quality.  
• Participate in projects as a team member and/or team project leader.
• Carry out special duties as assigned.
• Ability to travel to the United States, Canada, South Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 35 of the time

Education Requirements: 

• University degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• 4 plus years of experience

Position Requirements:

• Experience with mechanical designs and related instrumentation.
• Experience working with hydraulics, compressed air and fuel systems. 
• Working knowledge of PCs in the current company operating system environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience with project management in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of federal and provincial fire, building, plumbing and electrical codes an asset.
• Working knowledge of gas turbine engines and specific product knowledge an asset.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.