mechanical engineer

Tri-Star IndustriesYarmouth, NSJob Bankpublished 09/08/2026

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team and support the design, manufacturing, and quality of emergency vehicles. This role works cross-functionally with engineering, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to help ensure our ambulances are safe, well-built, and ready for the road.

*At Tri-Star we offer many great benefits!* A positive atmosphere, great co-workers, supervisors and management, opportunity for training, we offer medical and dental coverage, paid sick leave and more.

*Brief Description:*

  • Get hands-on with vehicle design and builds, from electrical systems to structural components
  • Check wiring and termination work to help keep quality high and consistent
  • Review welding work on structural and body components alongside our team, helping catch issues early
  • Keep documentation and records organized so the team is ready for reviews and inspections
  • Work closely with design and manufacturing teams early in the design/build process to flag potential issues before they become costly rework
  • Help the team stay current on industry standards and best practices for vehicle safety
  • Support internal reviews and occasional visits from outside inspectors
  • Help prepare documentation as vehicles move toward final approval

*Requirements: *

  • Degree in Mechanical engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, or a related technical role
  • Comfortable splitting time between the shop floor and documentation/desk work
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort working with technical drawings and documents
  • Good written communication skills
  • Experience in project management or coordination is a plus
  • Comfortable with CAD software, Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and various other computer functions
  • Good time management skills
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • **Prefence to members of Engineers Nova Scotia and/or Professional Engineers Ontario.

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person