Careers

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI) to join our team. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, QAI will perform a role that supports the activities of the Quality Assurance Department in the areas of supplier Quality Control and Inspection of manufacturing activities.
Responsibilities include:
- Looking through drawing, blueprints, and specifications to understand the design requirements of products
- Measuring product dimensions, examining the functionality of products, and comparing the final products to see if standards are met
- Documenting inspection findings, and completing detailed reports and performance records
- Interacting with engineering and manufacturing groups to find best resolution for critical discrepancies as applicable.
Required Qualifications
A strong technical background in quality control, inspection of large machinery and precision machined parts.
- Strong technical knowledge in understanding the assembly drawings and identifying linked components into large Bill of Materials.
- ability to read assembly drawings, blueprints and specifications.
- experience in the machining or millwright trades.
- apprenticeship/trade experience related to manufacturing - manual or CNC machining, millwright or fabrication/weldig processes.
- Practical working knowledge of ASTM & CSA Material Standards, ASME Inspection Standards, and CWB Welding Standards. ISO and European Standards would be advantageous.
- Understanding of NDT Inspection processes and methods, NDT standards and heat treatment processes for steel.
- Proficient in performing dimensional inspections of precision machined steel components to tight tolerances and able to use inspection instruments.
- Skilled in the use of common business systems, Word, Excel, Outlook, Database MRP Systems, Web based applications such as Google Drive, and CAD systems.
- Familiarity with principles of quality management system ISO 9001.
- Must have a strong command of the English language and strong communication skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage time on multiple simultaneous projects.
- Ability to work independently to complete tasks as assigned.
- College level technical education or apprenticeship in trade related to manufacturing, steel fabrication processes or production and machining operations.
- University diploma in Mechanical Engineering a strong asset.
- technical education in trade related to manufacturing, steel fabrication processes or production of machining operations.
Work Environment:
Typical shop office and manufacturing work environment. The employee may occasionally need to lift or move items weighing up to 25 lbs. and carry inspection equipment.
Travel Requirements:
Local travel will be required as per business need, with own vehicle. Must have valid driver’s licence.
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Manager of Business Development, Mining Segment owns execution of the sales strategy for profitable growth of the mine hoisting business. Working under the Vice President of Business Development, the Business Development Manager will work collaboratively within the organization and pro-actively with Hepburn’s current and future customers to drive the sales process from opportunity identification to purchase order/contract.
Required Qualifications:
- Education level. Mechanical/Electrical Engineer, P Eng, MBA Preferred.
- Experience.
- 5+ years’ experience of progressive global Business Development experience with large mining [or RAS/marine Industry] mechanical and electrical capital equipment projects.
- Demonstrated expert in the sales process from opportunity identification to purchase order/contract delivery including development of value propositions, proposal generation, stakeholder management, cost estimating, contract negotiation, program management, budgeting and experience with project P&Ls.
- History of building and managing sales funnels with above average conversion rates.
- Contracts and negotiation expertise with a track record of negotiating contracts with favorable terms and conditions to support new business and long-term business relationships.
- Proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to evaluate business opportunities and leverage knowledge and industry experience to identify and champion customer focused solutions.
- Relationship management experience. History of working within the C suite to develop deep personal relationships to aid in moving opportunities though the sales funnel.
- Highly proficient with technology. Strong computer skills including Microsoft suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), and an understanding of ERP systems.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Lead global sales and marketing for Hepburn’s mine hoisting [or RAS] business segment including new business, spares and field service offerings.
- Develop and manage a new opportunities sales funnel. Work collaboratively internally to develop and deliver end to end opportunity solutions from identification to product delivery including value proposition, products, services, contract structure, and pricing. Identify and build relationships with key opportunity stakeholders to promote Hepburn and influence the outcomes in Hepburn’s favor.
- Develop deep understanding of competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, product/service portfolios market trends, emerging technologies and market developments. Participate in trade shows, promote and demonstrate/articulate Hepburn’s value proposition. Expand the depth and breadth of Hepburn’s product offerings strategic to the company’s success.
- Develop a close working relationship with the management team to help evolve sales strategy, drive innovation, enhance the product portfolio, and grow customer relationships.
- Drive the internal opportunity costing processes including formation of cross functional teams, develop support and hardware costs and propose opportunity pricing and structure.
- Prepare timely reports and analytical metrics allowing the monitoring and appraisal of sales programs and efforts.
- Own the customer relationship. Ensures the organization delivers on time to the highest standards in accordance with Hepburn’s brand promise including developing and nurturing deep relationships with key clients, industry organizations, partners and stakeholders.
Key attributes;
- Customer focused – Works tirelessly on the customer’s behalf, listens/understands customer needs and represents the customer internally.
- Self-starter, results and deadline driven. Approaches all endeavors with a sense of urgency, willing to make that extra effort to make sure the work gets done and the deadlines met.
- Adaptive and flexible – Able to multi task, comfortable in fast moving and dynamic situations
- Demonstrates strong work ethic with capacity for sustained effort and hard work over long periods of time.
- Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to present and discuss strategies and technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, articulates value, influences stakeholders and builds confidence in the proposed solutions.
- Influential leadership within a collaborative environment to build and motivate cross functional teams to achieve common goals and objectives.
Travel Requirements:
Up to 35% of international travel required.
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Intermediate/Senior Mechanical Engineer-RAS will be working as part of a project team to complete contract deliverables on time. This includes working together with the engineering team, contract administrators and project manager to create world class custom engineered systems to customers all around the world. They will be involved in all aspects of the equipment's life cycle with in-office phases including; project scope definition, proposal preparation, project detailed design, and manufacturing support. Out-of-office work will include; factory testing, installation supervision, commissioning, and long-term operational support.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform detailed solid modeling equipment design based on project requirements and create assembly and manufacturing drawings of welded and machined parts;
- Perform FEM stress analysis to support verification of mechanical design as required;
- Work with suppliers to perform the detailed design of hydraulic and/or pneumatic circuits;
- Be responsible for the selection of purchased specialty components such as bearings, couplings, gear reducers, brakes and hydraulic and electric motors;
- Prepare detailed calculations to support the mechanical design and document calculations in design reports;
- Check and approve engineering drawings and reports;
- Review customer request-for-proposal documents and prepare compliance matrices for proposal submissions;
- Prepare technical specifications for proposal submissions;
- Provide mentorship to less experienced designers / engineers;
- Perform factory testing, installation support, commissioning and troubleshooting;
- Travel to manufacturing and commissioning sites within Canada and internationally.
- Field work would be for approximately 20% of your time.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of five to ten years of experience in the design of heavy industrial equipment;
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering;
- Strong design aptitude using 3D CAD;
- Solid working knowledge of industrial hydraulic systems, including closed loop hydrostatic drives;
- Professional Engineer or eligibility;
- Interest in and ability to travel to support company supplied equipment;
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in the English language;
- Comfortable with the specification of electric motors and interfacing with electrical engineering for control schemes;
- Marine equipment design experience is welcome but not required
Location: Toronto, Canada
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however,only those chosen to participate in the selection process will be contacted.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Intermediate Electrical Engineer (Control and Automation) will be based in our Toronto office with periodic travel for field service work to customer sites within Canada and internationally. The role will involve the detailed design of control systems for mine hoists and the development of application software for integrated custom-built equipment. The role covers all aspects of the project life-cycle, from before the award of contract, to customer support after delivery of equipment. The field service work involves equipment audits, installation support, commissioning and troubleshooting.
Hepburn Engineering Inc is a successful medium-sized Toronto based company that designs, builds and commissions heavy lifting equipment including mine hoists and replenishment-at-sea transfer systems for customers around the world. Hepburn Engineering integrates custom-designed mechanical equipment with sophisticated controls, hydraulics, and electrical drives in the range up to 10,000 HP. Electrical and mechanical engineers work as an integrated team. Information about Hepburn Engineering can be found on the company website www.hepeng.com.
Thanks to our rapid growth, we are seeking to hire a full time Intermediate Electrical Engineer (Control and Automation) with a focus on hoisting system control and automation to help us continue our upward trajectory. If you’re excited to work in a position with autonomy and responsibility at a growing company, we want to hear from you.
Typically, our engineering employees are involved in all aspects of the equipment life cycle including scope definition, bidding, design, manufacture, assembly, installation-commissioning, field service plus long-term operational support.
Responsibilities:
- Performs detailed design of control systems, including single line diagrams, electrical schematics, bill of materials and specifications for electrical equipment builds.
- Develops application software, including PLC program and operator interfaces (HMI).
- Works in a project environment in close association with electrical and mechanical design engineers to produce integrated custom-built equipment.
- Participates in equipment start-up and commissioning at customer sites in Canada and worldwide, including sign-off on all safety critical functions, and ensuring compliance with all relevant equipment and safety codes.
- Provides field service support, including site inspections, service contracts, and emergency shut down situations at customer sites or remotely.
- Generates and reviews equipment documentation including operating and maintenance manuals, safety compliance reports, electrical schematics, test procedures and specifications.
- Ensures standards and finalized design documentation are maintained and controlled in compliance with company Intellectual Property rules and guidelines.
- Works in accordance with Hepburn Engineering Inc. (HEI) Policies, Quality Management System (QMS) standards and procedures.
- Is required to wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as, safety glasses, hard hat, safety boots, high visibility protective clothing, etc.
- Performs all work in a safe manner and in compliance with Hepburn Engineering Inc. Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Travel within Canada and to customer sites globally for approximately 20-30% of the year.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 3-5 years experience in application, design, and commissioning of PLC-based control systems and HMI’s.
- Preferred 3-5 years experience in application, design, or commissioning of AC Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
- Experience working as an electrical or control and automation engineer.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written English.
- Motivated, able to plan and execute work to project schedules.
- Familiarity with Safety Integrity Level (SIL) process applications is preferable.
The role includes field service work that involves equipment audits, installation support, commissioning and troubleshooting. The field service work in this role will include travel to mines and mining projects in Canada, USA, Mexico, Mongolia, Indonesia, Ireland, Peru, Morocco and Australia. After the initial familiarization period of 6 to 12months, the Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer (Controls and Automation) could expect to be assigned travel assignments and they may be in the field for approximately 20% - 30% of the time.
Salary range is $90k-$110k depending on experience. Hepburn Engineering includes medical, dental and paramedical benefits and a field work compensation policy.
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
55 Six Points Road, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2X3
Apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Contract Administrator will work under general supervision of the Project Manager.
Performs the function of Contract Administrator using sound judgment and application of procurement and logistics best practices, standards and policies, managing work and attaining of business objectives while adhering to budgets and deadlines.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Responsible for spare parts orders inquiries and request for quotations (RFQ) from receipt of inquiry request to submission of proposal, in a timely fashion and in accordance to ISO standards and procedures.
- Update and maintain database to produce reliable status reporting systems.
- Define scope in conjunction of engineering and quality requirements.
- Obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors and negotiate prices and terms.
- Prepare cost estimates and review with respective functions ahead of proposal release.
- Prepare Proposal Letter and submit to the customer
- Follow up on proposals status with customer and attend to clarifications as needed.
- Ensure received purchase orders’ scope and terms and conditions conformity to proposal.
- Acknowledge purchase orders in a timely fashion with HEI assigned reference and estimated delivery.
- Coordinate orders execution among cross functional team including Engineering, Quality, Finance as well as subcontracts and vendors.
- Ensure adherence to contractual clauses and terms including documentation, payment, invoicing, bonds, letter of credits, insurance and applicable terms and conditions.
- Accountable for on time delivery (OTD) for products and services and margins retention.
- Support purchasing and logistical efforts for capital and major projects to ISO standards.
- Accountable for proposals and purchase orders accuracy, reliability and compliance to ISO.
- Conform to quality and health safety requirements at all times and promote the highest standards among supply chain and subcontractors.
- Obtain non-disclosure confidentiality agreements from suppliers before drawings release.
- Ensure latest and released drawing revisions with relevant QA requirements, and documentation requirements are communicated to suppliers and subcontractors.
- Participate in periodical progress review meetings for spare parts and projects as needed.
- Identify risks and assess impact on contract performance and develop response plans.
- Keep track of contract changes, update delivery impact and document approvals.
- Maintain complete, reliable and organized electronic filing folders
- Track incoming and outgoing freight.
- Maintain an inventory of spare parts.
- Package parts and consolidate small packages for shipment, and ensure packaging and labelling meets contractual requirements.
- Prepare all required shipping documentation, packing lists, customs invoices, B13’s, certificates, labels.
- Be prepared to travel to local vendor premises for inspection/labelling purchased components.
- Verify incoming shipments against the packing slip and purchase order
- Receive parts in HEI database and file packing slips electronically on HEI Server
- Distribute the received parts in accordance with project requirements.
- Support purchasing and logistical efforts for MRO and office supplies
Required Qualifications:
- Post-Secondary education related to Business and/or Technical Studies.
- Experience in specifying & procuring mechanical and electrical components and manufacturing processes.
- Experience in logistics, transportation, shipping terms and customs procedures.
- Experience with utilising MS Office, Databases & MRP systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings and familiarity with technical terminology.
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills both verbal and written in English
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Electrical Field Service Technician/Engineer will travel to customer sites to provide customer support, manage installation, conduct equipment inspections and testing, troubleshoot technical issues, assist with commissioning, prepare reports and provide training. The Technician will use sound judgment and ensure high quality standards and positive customer relations.
Responsibilities:
Travel to customer/supplier sites in Canada and internationally, up to 50% of the year, to perform the following:
- Equipment inspections / audits;
- Troubleshooting technical issues;
- Factory acceptance testing;
- Installation support and supervision;
- Assist commissioning team on large commissioning projects;
- Provide training to operators and electricians.
Complete the following activities in the office:
- Prepare reports for the customer for work performed in the field;
- Prepare procedures to perform inspections and audits;
- Prepare training materials for customers;
- Provide remote support to customers to troubleshoot problems with equipment;
- Update minor electrical schematic drawing to reflect changes made in the field;
- Assist in estimating field service costs.
Education/Designation:
- Electrical Engineering technician or technologist diploma or;
- Electrical Engineering degree
- Red Seal Industrial Electrician designation or Ontario 309A is an asset;
Requirements:
- At least five years’ experience in a technical electrical role with some hands-on experience with maintenance or troubleshooting of the following:
- PLC based control systems;
- Electrical equipment including transformers, motors, variable frequency drives, motor control centres and switchgears;
- Experience reading electrical drawings to troubleshoot equipment issues;
- Experience using AutoCAD is preferred;
- Experience in the mining industry is an asset;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in the English language;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook);
- Bilingual (English with Spanish or French) is an asset.
Salary range is competitive and depends on experience. Hepburn Engineering includes; medical, dental and vision care benefits, and a field work compensation policy. The company offers an annual bonus program to reward excellence.
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If selected to participate in the selection process, accommodations will be made available upon request.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com
The Business Development Manager, Replenishment-at-Sea (RAS) Segment owns execution of the sales strategy for profitable growth of the replenishment-at-sea business. Working under the Vice President of Business Development, the Business Development Manager will work collaboratively within the organization and pro-actively with Hepburn’s current and future customers to drive the sales process from opportunity identification to purchase order/contract.
Required Qualifications:
- Mechanical/Electrical Engineer, P Eng, MBA Preferred.
- 5+ years’ experience of progressive global Business Development experience with RAS/marine Industry mechanical and electrical capital equipment projects.
- Demonstrated expert in the sales process from opportunity identification to purchase order/contract delivery including; development of value propositions, proposal generation, stakeholder management, cost estimating, contract negotiation, program management, budgeting and experience with project P&Ls.
- History of building and managing sales funnels with above average conversion rates.
- Contracts and negotiation expertise with a track record of negotiating contracts with favorable terms and conditions to support new business and long-term business relationships.
- Proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to evaluate business opportunities and leverage knowledge and industry experience to identify and champion customer focused solutions.
- Relationship management experience with a history of working within the C-suite to develop deep personal relationships to aid in moving opportunities through the sales funnel.
- Highly proficient with technology. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), and an understanding of ERP systems.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Lead global sales and marketing for Hepburn’s RAS business segment including; new business, spares, and field service offerings.
- Develop and manage a new opportunities sales funnel.
- Work collaboratively internally to develop and deliver end-to-end opportunity solutions from identification to product delivery including; value proposition, products, services, contract structure, and pricing. Identify and build relationships with key opportunity stakeholders to promote Hepburn and influence the outcomes in Hepburn’s favor.
- Develop deep understanding of competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, product/service portfolios market trends, emerging technologies and market developments.
- Participate in trade shows, promote and demonstrate/articulate Hepburn’s value proposition.
- Expand the depth and breadth of Hepburn’s product offerings strategic to the company’s success.
- Develop a close working relationship with the management team to help evolve sales strategy, drive innovation, enhance the product portfolio, and grow customer relationships.
- Drive the internal opportunity costing processes including; formation of cross functional teams, develop support and hardware costs, and propose opportunity pricing and structure.
- Prepare timely reports and analytical metrics allowing the monitoring and appraisal of sales programs and efforts.
- Own the customer relationship.
- Ensure the organization delivers on time to the highest standards in accordance with Hepburn’s brand promise including; developing and nurturing deep relationships with key clients, industry organizations, partners, and stakeholders.
Key attributes:
- Customer focused – works tirelessly on the customer’s behalf, listens/understands customer needs and represents the customer internally.
- Self-starter, results and deadline driven - approaches all endeavors with a sense of urgency, willing to make that extra effort to make sure the work gets done and the deadlines met.
- Adaptive and flexible – able to multi task, comfortable in fast moving and dynamic situations
- Demonstrates strong work ethic with capacity for sustained effort and hard work over long periods of time.
- Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to present and discuss strategies and technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, articulates value, influences stakeholders and builds confidence in the proposed solutions.
- Influential leadership within a collaborative environment to build and motivate cross functional teams to achieve common goals and objectives.
Travel Requirements:
Up to 35% of international travel required.
Hepburn Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request.
apply to: hr@hepeng.com