Mechanical Designer
Tri-Mach Group Inc., Elmira, NY, United States
Smith Steel & Fabrication has been hand‑building custom steel tanks and fabricated structures from Atwood, Ontario for nearly 50 years. No two projects are alike here — our team designs and builds everything from bulk storage tanks and industrial flare stacks to one‑of‑a‑kind custom fabrications, all made to client specification. In January 2026, Smith Steel became part of Tri‑Mach Group Inc., bringing expanded resources and capabilities to a shop that already had deep craft and a loyal customer base. It’s an exciting time to join.
As our Mechanical Designer, you’ll own the design process end‑to‑end — from early concept through approved shop drawings — across a genuinely varied product mix. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and shop personnel on custom tanks, structures, and one‑off fabrications that require creative problem‑solving, not just template execution. If you’re the kind of designer who likes knowing a project is truly yours from start to finish, this role is built for you.
Smith Steel & Fabrication’s shop is located in Atwood, Ontario (just outside of Listowel).
The Engineering Office is located in Elmira (within the Tri‑Mach Group Inc. head office) in which the role will work out of primarily.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design of steel tanks, structures, and custom fabricated products from concept through detailed shop drawings
Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure designs accurately reflect project scope and client requirements
Own the research, design and test of product or product subsystem development utilizing CAD and analysis tools
Complete SolidWorks 3D models and produce full 2D drawing packages
Build bills of materials in the ERP system to support procurement and production planning
Work with sales to develop concepts and define project scope for new opportunities
Coordinate with purchasing to source materials from qualified vendors
Support technical documentation and product information packages as needed
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field
Minimum of 3‑5 years industrial equipment design experience
Expert level knowledge of SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, and AutoCAD 2D
Comprehensive understanding of metal fabricating equipment and experience with welding and sheet metal
Familiarity with creating Bills of Materials (BOMS) for procurement of materials and components
Working knowledge of automated equipment and material handling
Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic schematic creation is considered an asset
Applied knowledge of Design for Manufacturing techniques
Ability to communicate completed designs effectively using 2D engineered drawings
Fluent in MS Suite applications
We Look Forward to Hearing from You! Smith Steel & Fabrication is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
This role is for an existing position with a target hire date in April/May 2026.
Salary Range for the Role $30.00 to $43.00 per hour
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As our Mechanical Designer, you’ll own the design process end‑to‑end — from early concept through approved shop drawings — across a genuinely varied product mix. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and shop personnel on custom tanks, structures, and one‑off fabrications that require creative problem‑solving, not just template execution. If you’re the kind of designer who likes knowing a project is truly yours from start to finish, this role is built for you.
Smith Steel & Fabrication’s shop is located in Atwood, Ontario (just outside of Listowel).
The Engineering Office is located in Elmira (within the Tri‑Mach Group Inc. head office) in which the role will work out of primarily.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design of steel tanks, structures, and custom fabricated products from concept through detailed shop drawings
Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure designs accurately reflect project scope and client requirements
Own the research, design and test of product or product subsystem development utilizing CAD and analysis tools
Complete SolidWorks 3D models and produce full 2D drawing packages
Build bills of materials in the ERP system to support procurement and production planning
Work with sales to develop concepts and define project scope for new opportunities
Coordinate with purchasing to source materials from qualified vendors
Support technical documentation and product information packages as needed
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field
Minimum of 3‑5 years industrial equipment design experience
Expert level knowledge of SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, and AutoCAD 2D
Comprehensive understanding of metal fabricating equipment and experience with welding and sheet metal
Familiarity with creating Bills of Materials (BOMS) for procurement of materials and components
Working knowledge of automated equipment and material handling
Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic schematic creation is considered an asset
Applied knowledge of Design for Manufacturing techniques
Ability to communicate completed designs effectively using 2D engineered drawings
Fluent in MS Suite applications
We Look Forward to Hearing from You! Smith Steel & Fabrication is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
This role is for an existing position with a target hire date in April/May 2026.
Salary Range for the Role $30.00 to $43.00 per hour
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