Mechanical Designer

MECHANICAL DESIGNER

The LAFRAMBOISE GROUP is seeking a Mechanical Designer with Industrial project experience.  This is a full-time position based out of Laframboise Group’s corporate office located in Long Sault (Cornwall) Ontario.

For over 60 years, The Laframboise Group has been building more than just industrial infrastructure—we’ve been building trust, driving innovation, and shaping careers.  We specialize in fabrication and construction services, including piping, structural steel, sheet metal, millwrighting, tank and pressure vessel fabrication, electrical and instrumentation and prefabricated modules.

With offices in Long Sault, Ontario; Syracuse, NY; and Bartow, FL, we operate across Canada and the continental United States.

At LGL, we prioritize collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Our team members are valued contributors, empowered to lead, improve, and excel. We offer competitive compensation, paid training, and modern facilities to support your success.

Join LGL and build your future with a company committed to safety, continuous growth and excellence.

Description of Position: Responsible for supporting design and workflow development across various projects within the Mechanical Engineering and Fabrication team.

• Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to develop designs, processes, and workflows.
• Assist in designing and leading in-house projects.
• Create SolidWorks models and detailed fabrication drawings for tanks and vessels.
• Use nesting software to prepare sheets and plate patterns for CNC plasma cutting.
• Use software to determine thicknesses of shell material of pressure vessels
• Support quantity take-offs and project estimating.
• Help create and modify piping isometric drawings.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide engineering support and ensure smooth integration of design efforts.
• Assist in layout, design, and evaluation of equipment, including checking drawings and related documents.
• Work in a facility equipped with advanced equipment, tools and systems.
• Contribute to a growing team of skilled professionals.
• Follow Health & Safety Policies and provincial regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Skills & Experience

• Graduate of Mechanical Engineering Technologist program. Mechanical Design Degree with objective of getting the C.E.T. designation from OACETT.
• Mechanical Design and CAD Experience through CO-OP placements, personal projects and or summer employment: (AutoCAD as a minimum, SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiar with reading and producing various types of drawings; design sketches, fabrication details, piping isometrics.

 Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience: (Range $24/hr. to $27/hr.) performance review following initial 90-day work period.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Laframboise Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. All résumés will be received in strict confidence.