A.R. Thomson Engineered Solutions (ARTES) specializes in the design and manufacture of stainless-steel metallic flex hoses, industrial rubber hoses, expansion joints, and engineered sealing solutions. We are seeking a Drafting Technologist to join our Engineering team in Red Deer, Alberta.
We are seeking an experienced Equipment Design Engineer to support capital projects, manufacturing improvements, and internal engineering initiatives across our production environment. This role is hands-on and cross-functional, combining mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing engineering to improve capacity, efficiency, safety, and reliability.
General Accountability:
The Equipment Design Engineer will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to design, implement, and commission equipment, tooling, and systems that directly support manufacturing operations and new product development.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Equipment & System Design:
· Plan, design, and execute internal engineering projects related to manufacturing expansion, process improvement, and equipment upgrades
· Design mechanical systems, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment with a focus on reliability, serviceability, and efficient use of space
· Manage projects from concept through design, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and handover
· Create and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, and documentation suitable for fabrication and assembly
· Support automation and machine integration, including control logic and human-machine interfaces where applicable
· Translate high-level operational needs into practical, buildable engineering solutions
· Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders as required
· Track project materials, lead times, and build status
· Support internal reporting requirements related to engineering projects and technical development
Manufacturing Support & Optimization:
· Collaborate directly with production teams to identify bottlenecks, quality issues, and improvement opportunities
· Develop tooling and process solutions that improve repeatability, reduce scrap, and enhance product quality
· Support testing and validation activities for new products, processes, and equipment
· Provide troubleshooting support for manufacturing equipment and processes
Collaboration & Mentorship
· Work closely with junior engineers and technologists, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight
· Delegate appropriate design tasks while maintaining overall technical accountability
· Participate in cooperative design efforts across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, controls)
· Contribute to ongoing improvement of engineering standards, practices, and documentation
· Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
Health & Safety Commitment:
Safety is fundamental to our operations. As a COR-certified organization, we are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace through strong leadership, hazard identification and control, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. Every employee is empowered and expected to take responsibility for working safely, following our health and safety management system, and protecting themselves, their coworkers, and the communities in which we operate.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Required
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Proven experience delivering internal engineering or manufacturing-focused projects
- Strong hands-on engineering capability across mechanical and/or electrical systems
- Ability to work effectively in a production environment
- Solid understanding of industrial safety and applicable codes and standards
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Effective time-management skills.
- Strong strategic and continuous improvement mindset.
- Fluent in English.
Preferred
- Experience with industrial control systems, automation, or machine integration
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, tooling design, and test equipment
- Experience working with vendors, fabricators, and contractors
- Ability to mentor junior engineering staff
What We Offer:
- A technically challenging, hands-on engineering role with real impact on manufacturing operations
- Opportunities to lead meaningful internal projects from concept to completion
- A collaborative team environment that values practical engineering solutions
- Support for professional growth and skill development
Pay: $60,000.00-$140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Red Deer County, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
