Position Overview

Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking for Structural Design Contractors to assist our engineering team. We are looking for an contractors with a mining and heavy industrial background to join us.

About Us

Giffen is a Canadian company, with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON. that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.

At Giffen, we take pride in our ability to deliver flexible strategies that are tailored to the specific needs of our clients. We value relationships above all else – within our team and with our clients. We hold our team to the highest level of accountability to ensure we provide tailored solutions to successfully execute our clients’ projects.

We believe that open communication is the key to fostering reliable and lasting relationships within our company and with those we conduct business with.

Key Responsibilities

The contractor will be able to:

• Provide mechanical design and drafting support
• Develop 3D models using Inventor/SolidWorks and integration into plant layout models
• Prepare drawings for mechanical equipment, piping, and structural steel platework using AutoCAD/Inventor
• Analyze designs of mechanical equipment, process systems, and mechanical components while adhering to established guidelines and client specifications
• Interpret complex drawings that incorporate interfacing civil, structural, and architectural design requirements with piping, process, and electrical disciplines
• Prepare material take-offs and equipment lists
• Review and perform quality checks of project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation against project standards and specifications
• Provide input on tendering, contract administration, schedule, and budget to ensure projects are completed to specification
• Write and review technical reports, equipment specifications, and construction specifications
• Collaborate with vendors, clients, and other key stakeholders

Qualifications + Experience

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent from an accredited university or college
• 7+ years of progressive experience as a Mechanical Designer on Mining / Heavy Industrial Projects
• Familiar with greenfield and brownfield projects
• Experience in mechanical equipment and plant layout design
• Familiar with mechanical design and analysis software like Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Navisworks is considered an asset
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice

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