Research Engineer

Position Overview

The main function of a Research Engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality, and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes. This role involves creating engineering drawings, interpreting blueprints, and supporting test and validation activities on large mining equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices.
• Analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine time and cost feasibility for projects.
• Investigate equipment failures to diagnose faulty operations and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using appropriate tools and software.
• Support test and validation activities on large mining equipment, ensuring system level testing and working closely with mechanics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Creativity, strong verbal and written communication skills, and analytical problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.
• A team player with a detail-oriented approach.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour
• Job Type: Contract
• Expected Hours: 40 per week
• Flexible schedule
• Work Location: In person