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Mechanical Designer (Contractor)

@ Giffen Consulting

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Toronto, Ontario

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Overview

Giffen Consulting is hiring a contract Mechanical Designer to support its engineering team on mining and heavy industrial projects. The work covers 3D modelling, drawings, material take-offs and design analysis, with input on tendering and budgets. The posting asks for a diploma in mechanical engineering technology and 7+ years of mechanical design experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop 3D models and prepare mechanical drawings
  • Analyze mechanical equipment and process system designs
  • Prepare material take-offs and equipment lists
  • Review project documents for quality and standards
  • Write technical reports and specifications

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent
  • 7+ years as a Mechanical Designer on mining or heavy industrial projects
  • Familiarity with greenfield and brownfield projects
  • Experience in mechanical equipment and plant layout design
  • Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Navisworks experience is an asset

Tools & skills

InventorSolidWorksAutoCADNavisworks
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-07-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience7+ years
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyMechanical Engineering Technology

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Redefining engineering excellence in Canada.

Full company description

Where expertise, solutions and relationships go beyond the surface. Giffen Consulting is a Canadian company that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions with a focus on the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors. Our commitment to collaboration and transparent communication, paired with a formidable and incredibly talented team, positions us as the unparalleled choice in the industry. From project conception to completion, we’re with you every step of the way.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 320 Granville Street, Suite 670, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1S9, CA
  • 15 Toronto Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario M5C 2E3, CA
Other recorded names
  • Giffen Consulting
  • Giffen Consulting Ltd.
Specialties
  • Estimating
  • Project Management
  • Construction Management
  • Staffing Solutions
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Piping Design
  • Piping Engineering
  • Mining
  • Engineering Support
  • 3D Assets
  • Infrastructure Digitization
  • Project Services
  • Civil Earthworks
  • Process Engineering
  • E&I Engineering
  • and CAD & Design
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Where expertise, solutions and relationships go beyond the surface. Giffen Consulting is a Canadian company that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions with a focus on the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors. Our commitment to collaboration and transparent communication, paired with a formidable and incredibly talented team, positions us as the unparalleled choice in the…

FieldValue
IndustryEngineering Services
Company size11-50 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2017
SpecialtiesEstimatingProject ManagementConstruction ManagementStaffing SolutionsMechanical EngineeringPiping DesignPiping EngineeringMiningEngineering Support3D Assets
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Job description

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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