Mechanical Designer - Shape the Future of Industrial Truck Bodies
Are you an innovative thinker with a passion for precision design? Ready to make a real impact in a team that values creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge work? At General Body & Equipment, we’re not just building trucks – we’re setting the standard in industrial truck body design. With over 40 years of expertise and locations in Edmonton and Saskatoon, we’re growing fast and looking for talent that’s ready to grow with us.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At General Body & Equipment, you’re not just a number. We invest in our people with hands-on training, real career advancement, and a collaborative culture that brings out the best in everyone. As a Mechanical Designer, you’ll be at the heart of our process, designing and drafting custom service bodies, crane decks, and aerial units that go beyond expectations.
Your Role & Impact
- Innovative Design Work: Create and perfect 3D and 2D models for complex parts and assemblies using SolidWorks and Draftsight.
- Real-World Application: Generate plasma programs with Sigmanest, modify intricate sheet metal designs, and turn concepts into production-ready drawings.
- Collaborate & Improve: Partner with our project management and fabrication teams to optimize designs, integrate customer feedback, and make every project better than the last.
- Quality & Safety First: Drive quality and safety in all processes, ensuring that designs adhere to best practices and lean manufacturing principles.
- Continuous Growth: Play an active role in our R&D efforts, shaping new company templates and advancing your skills through peer collaboration and innovation.
What You Bring to the Team
- A degree in mechanical technology or engineering.
- 5-7 years of hands-on industrial design experience, including 3+ years with SolidWorks.
- Knowledge of EPDM, Draftsight, AutoCAD, Sigmanest, and familiarity with sheet metal and weldments.
- Experience with truck-mounted equipment or mobile cranes (an asset).
- Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
Are You Ready to Build a Lasting Career?
If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to bring bold ideas to a team that values them, we want to hear from you! Send your resume and a cover letter sharing why you're the perfect fit for General Body & Equipment. Check out our website to see more about our mission and values – we can’t wait to welcome you on board!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
