Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Research, design and develop machinery for heating, power

generation, transportation, processing and manufacturing.
EMPLOYMENT GROWTH

AVERAGE WAGE RATE

2011
2012
2013
2014

210,915
216,718
221,220
226,373

CANADIAN AVERAGE
2015

$102,044

2016
2017

235,653
239,538

2018

243,620

2019

247,562

2020

Courtesy: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

231,304

What They Do

Main Duties
Conduct research into the design, operation and performance of
mechanisms
Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing
quotes
Design power plants, machines, tools and equipment
Supervise and inspect the installation of mechanical systems
Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected problems

251,572

Work Environment
Mechanical engineers divide most of their time between computer work and
meetings with technicians, engineers, company execs, and clients. You could have
a 40-hour workweek. Or...deadlines, project emergencies and your determination to
solve problems or get the job done may lead to longer hours.

Potential Employers
Motor vehicle manufacturers
Machinery and equipment manufacturers
Motor vehicle parts manufacturers

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Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
apply the principles of
physics and materials
science for analysis,
design, manufacturing, and
maintenance of mechanical
systems

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CAREER PROFILE Mechanical Engineer

What does a Mechanical
Engineer do? When it
snows, they build snow
plows! Shawn Washburn,
Sr. Mechanical Engineer at
Meyer Products tells us
about his life as an
engineer and how everyday
products still need
innovation.

Getting There

Employment Requirements
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or in a related engineering discipline is required
A master's degree or doctorate in a related engineering discipline may be required
Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is required to approve
engineering drawings and reports and to practise as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Required Education
The following education levels may be required:
U

UNIVERSITY

JOB SEEKERS VS JOB OPENINGS

2011

10,223
8,627

2013
2015
2017
2019

10,639
9,477
10,914
10,340
11,139
9,735
11,325
10,032

Job Openings

Job Seekers

2012
2014
2016
2018
2020

10,457
10,597
10,776
10,345
11,018
10,009
11,230
10,026
11,448
10,315

Courtesy: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, Canadian Occupational Projection System

Jobs
Mechanical Engineer Calgary
Date Posted: Dec 17, 2014

Mechanical Engineer - Calgary, AB About Pason Pason is the leading global provider of specialized
data management ... your application to hardwareresumes@pason.com,withMechanicalEngineerin
the subject field. No telephone calls...

Company: Pason Systems

Source: Pason Systems Corp

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Co-op Student , Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Date Posted: Jan 01, 2015

As the Co-op Student, Civil or Mechanical Engineer you will receive hands-on learning experience that
is directly related to responsibilities that transfer to skills needed in a full-time position. The opportunity
is available to develop,...

Company: Suncor Energy

Source: Suncor Energy Inc.

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Mechanical Engineer- Lead

Date Posted: Dec 27, 2014

Mechanical Engineer - Lead We are currently seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team.
This position has ... The principal responsibilities of the Lead Mechanical Engineer consist of, but are
notlimitedto:Leading/Guidingamu...

Company: Trs Staffing Solutions

Source: TRS Staffing Solutions Inc

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Essential Skills
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Helpful Links
Association of Consulting Engineers of Canada
http://www.acec.ca
Canadian Council of Professional Engineers
http://www.ccpe.ca
Society of Automotive Engineers
http://www.sae.org
Council for Automotive Human Resources
http://www.cahr-crha.ca

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