Agilus is recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer in the customer equipment industry in Burlington, Ontario. Our client is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team, starting off on a contract basis. The Mechanical Design Engineer will work on a variety of technical and engineering assignments including design, drafting, analysis, and report writing. Projects will be related to mechanical engineering for heavy automated equipment. Total rewards: $40.00 - $50.00 hourly Preferred rates for benefit coverage available Opportunity for contract extension A typical day: Support the design and optimization of systems Creation of 2D drawings and schematics using Autodesk AutoCAD or Inventor as well as 3D models using Autodesk Inventor Preparation of design calculations Create Part Numbers in the PCS and VAULT system Support the generation of component specifications and purchasing requests. Interface with outside vendors for component selection, manufacturing, and assembly. Creation of O&M manuals & BOMS. Assist with the creation of project related documentation and design specifications. Successful candidates will have: 5+ yrs of experience in designing custom made equipment Strong English verbal and written communication skills Proficient using 2D/3D CAD software (preferable Autodesk ACAD/Inventor). Experience working with PDM (preferable Autodesk VAULT) and ERP software Mechanical Degree or Diploma eligibility within a Canadian Accredited program This posting is for an active opening.