Mechanical Engineer

“TWG” is the group name we use to refer to the industry’s foremost producers of quality winches, hoists, gear drives and electronic monitoring systems for global industrial applications.  The seven brands comprising TWG include Tulsa Winch, Rufnek, Greer, dp Winch, Gear Products, Pullmaster and LANTEC.  Operating from the Jenks, Oklahoma facility are the Tulsa Winch, Rufnek, Greer, dp Winch and Gear Products brands with Pullmaster and LANTEC brands operating from the Surrey, British Columbia, Canada.

By drawing upon the talent of our dedicated employees and the strengths of these brands, TWG has become known around the world for providing innovative products and solutions designed and manufactured to high quality standards and delivered to our customers on time.  The products and solutions produced by TWG find their way into diverse applications including onshore oil and gas, the utility industry, commercial and governmental towing and recovery, construction and offshore cranes, marine applications including fishing and cargo handling, forestry and mining applications and a myriad of other construction applications.

We feel that our success is directly attributable to the creativity, commitment and enthusiasm of our employees.

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the design, development and implementation of new products and improvements to existing products for TWG, with a dual focus on traditional hydraulic winch systems and emerging electric winch technologies. The role requires expertise in both mechanical engineering and mechatronic systems to deliver complete winch solutions including electric motors, controls, and automation systems.   

Essential Responsibilities:  

• Plans, designs and implements mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and mechatronic systems and products
• Designs products and systems such as winches, winch systems, winch accessories, truck mounted equipment, hydraulic systems, electric winch systems, and integrated control solutions
• Designs products and systems using common machine design elements, hydraulics, brakes, clutches, gear design, castings, fabrications, machined parts, electric motors, motor controls, and automation systems
• Creates and modifies 3-D CAD models, drawings and Bills of Material for mechanical and mechatronic systems
• Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, industry standards, customer requirements, and electrical safety codes
• Computes magnitude, direct and point of application of tension, compression and bending forces and develops geometric shapes of machine parts to accommodate operating loads
• Compiles and/or analyzes test data to determine effect of design on machine in relation to such factors as temperature, pressure, volumes, speed, tension, horsepower, electrical loads, and control system performance
• Provides direction to test engineering to validate new designs including mechanical, electrical, and control system components
• Assists in reviews/approvals of drawings, models, standard compliance as assigned for both mechanical and electrical systems
• May approve drawings, and/or approve ECO's under direction of Project Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Director Engineering and Service
• Works with manufacturing, production, and quality control to ensure that parts and/or products meet engineering and customer requirements for both mechanical and electrical components
• Other essential duties may be assigned as required
• This position is also responsible for, with authority to follow ISO procedures, initiate action to prevent problems, document quality problems, contribute to problem solutions, verify implementation of solutions, control further processing when a problem is identified, protect the environment, including preventing pollution, analyzing or identifying areas for correction or improvement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Required:

• Professional Engineering Certification (P. Eng Canada) preferred, with 4-8 years of successful experience in mechanical engineering, with demonstrated experience in mechatronic systems 
• Advanced experience with: Mechanical systems and elements, Design analysis of systems and components, 3-D CAD systems and drawings procedures, Integrating electronics and software with mechanical elements, Design of experiments, Hydraulics system design, Intermediate project management experience.
• Experience with the design of castings, sheet metal, weldments, machined parts, machine elements, and machine assemblies.
• Experience integrating electronics, sensors and software with mechanical elements preferred.
• Experience with electric motor selection, motor control systems, VFDs, and industrial automation preferred.
• Must be able to travel as required and /or directed.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of mobile equipment, cranes, winches, hoists, and geared machinery.
• Electrical system development with motors, VFDs, and control systems.
• Experience with electric winch systems, battery-powered equipment, and renewable energy integration.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (CAN bus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Plus One etc.) and HMI development
• Gated Product Development processes, Critical Chain, and other similar project management processes
• Familiar with thermodynamics and electro-mechanical power transmission
• Design of experiments and statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with all phases of new product development from initial concepting, validation, production, and ongoing maintenance.

Top Leadership Competencies – This position must consistently strive for continual improvement with the following behaviors found in Dover’s Leadership Competencies.   The following are the top 3 leadership competencies required for this position.

• Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships:  Establishes and nurtures numerous relationships within Dover. Takes action to partner with the communities in which we operate and to be an appropriate corporate citizen.
• Customer Impact: Creates value for customers addressing known and unknown needs. Knows and understands all aspects of the global market, including economics (regulatory issues, corporate compliance, etc.), products and services, channels, the customers and their end-markets.
• Results Driven: Produces results that exceed Dover’s strategic objectives via a combination of planning and implementation, while living the Dover Values.

Preferred characteristics, competencies and capabilities:

• Proficiency using the Company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, communication systems, computer systems, software systems, operating systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel and other related programs.
• Strong history of applying continuous improvement concepts and tools
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, bending, lifting, carrying, balancing, stooping, reaching, handling, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing.
• Must be able to move around obstructions such as boxes, chairs, desks, office equipment and other related items that may be on the floor, move around airports, in and out of airplanes or other approved means of transportation.
• May require lifting up to 50 pounds with or without lifting aids and devices.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing shop and climate-controlled office environment as job duties require.  May be exposed to loud operating machinery and cold or hot temperatures. 

Disclaimer: The list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive and TWG reserves the right to make changes to the job description as required.

The requirements and characteristics listed and described are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities required, and conditions encountered performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional duties may be performed by individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.                                                             EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $80,000 - 100,000 CAD / annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include:  Retirement savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, company paid short-term disability ; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; paid time off, including statutory leaves and holidays per calendar year.business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact accommodations@dovertwg.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Job Function : Engineering

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