DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 90 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has cur-rently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99.
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Engineer is primarily responsible for working with the Engineering team on the mechanical design and drafting for modern power conversion equipment
As Mechanical Engineer, your main responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Design, fabricate and modify mechanical and/or electromechanical components, sub-systems and systems. May include Mechanical, Thermal, and both static and dynamic simulation.
- Evaluate and recommend design approaches to meet customer requirements for new or improved products or services.
- Investigate solutions to product or process problems.
- Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems. Knowledge of military standards, including but not limited to MIL-STD-810, MIL-S-901, MIL-STD-167-1A, MIL-STD-1472 considered an asset.
- Employ computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.
- Specify and evaluate mechanical components, subsystems and services.
- Develop prototypes to evaluate designs.
- Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and customers as required.
- Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.
- Lead and direct the work of others as assigned.
- Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.
What you require to be successful in the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
- 3+ years professional experience in mechanical related projects
- A P. Eng. designation, or working towards P. Eng. designation, and eligible for registration with Engineers NS
- Experience with Solid Works is preferred, other CAD software considered
- Computer literate with knowledge of MS-Office word-processing and spreadsheet programs
- Ability to produce quality technical work
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Work effectively as a member of a team
- Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is required
- Demonstrated understanding and strong interests in the packaging of power electronics and power converter design
- Strong ability to analyze, record, and interpret test data to determine product acceptability.
Benefits of working with DRS
- A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
- An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
- Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
- Industry leading wellness program including:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
- Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Competitive compensation including:
- Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
- Maternity and Parental leave top-up
- Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
About DRS Pivotal Power DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manu-facture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group. All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance. Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com careers. DRSCanada
