Grant Bradler, P.Eng

Design Engineer at Braden Group

Canada

About

I am a mechanically inclined and adaptable individual with strong communication skills developed through professional experience and collaborative projects. I’m passionate about mechanical design, CAD, and modern manufacturing practices, and I continually look for opportunities to apply my technical knowledge and hands-on experience to real-world engineering challenges.

Experience

  • Design Engineer at Braden Group
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    -Produce detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) using Autodesk Inventor while ensuring compliance with company drafting standards. -Design and model exhaust ducting, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, exhaust stacks, expansion joints, structural supports, access platforms, ladders, and maintenance access systems in accordance with customer specifications and applicable design standards. -Review customer specifications, project documentation, and engineering standards to ensure design compliance throughout the project lifecycle. -Perform engineering calculations to support component sizing, structural detailing, and design validation where required. -Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, manufacturing, and drafting personnel to resolve design issues, improve constructability, and maintain project schedules.

  • Timberland Equipment Limited (Woodstock, Ontario, Canada)
    • Mechanical Designer
      Jun 2023 - Feb 2026 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      -Led the mechanical design and development of custom mining vehicles, hoists and material handling projects. Taking products from concept through engineering, manufacturing, testing, and customer acceptance. Projects were valued from tens of thousands to several million dollars. -Performed structural, mechanical, hydraulic and driveline calculations to validate equipment performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. -Engineered hoisting and pulling equipment with line pulls ranging from 6,000 lb to over 100,000 lb, including winches, personnel hoists, cable reel trailers, reel stands. -Produced detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, general arrangement drawings, bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation using CAD software. -Worked closely with manufacturing throughout fabrication, resolving design issues, improving manufacturability, processing engineering change notices (ECNs), and supporting production. -Coordinated multidisciplinary design reviews involving engineering, manufacturing, sales, purchasing, and customers to ensure technical, commercial, and manufacturing requirements were achieved. -Reduced manufacturing complexity and production costs by redesigning legacy equipment, improving manufacturability, standardizing components, and incorporating feedback from production teams. -Developed hydraulic systems by selecting pumps, motors, valves, coolers, cylinders, and control components to achieve required speed, torque, pressure, and efficiency targets across a wide range of custom equipment.

    • Application Specialist
      Jul 2021 - Jun 2023 · 2 yrs

      -Develop estimates to a high level of accuracy for projects valued between $20,000-$4,000,000. -Provide quotes within limited timeframe. -Develop initial conceptual designs for project specific equipment. -Create Sales drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD Mechanical based on technical specifications. -Prepare technical proposals that included project specific details and equipment performance. -Coordinate between Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure the scope of work is understood. -Intercompany Project Co-ordination and serving as a point of contact to ensure smooth timely communication. -Point of contact with vendors to obtain price, lead time and specifications -Process purchase orders and lead KOMs to pass projects along to project engineer.

  • General Laborer at Roberts Reno
    Jan 2021 - Jul 2021 · 7 mos

    -Maintains clean and safe workspace at construction sites. -Using a variety of tools and methods to complete desired tasks. -Performed maintenance and installation of plumbing systems and electrical systems.

  • Customer Service Associate at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
    May 2016 - Apr 2019 · 3 yrs

    -Assisted customers through various tasks, to develop excellent problem solving skills. -Conducted responsibilities with the utmost care while meeting safety standards. -Operated a fork lift to assist customers in their desired needs and complete organization of products.

  • Counter Attendant at Tim Hortons
    Oct 2013 - Aug 2015 · 1 yr 11 mos

    Provided excellent customer service while maintaining work station standards •Developed professional level communication skills through interactions with customers •Collaborated well in a team dynamic •Promoted strong goal orientation to other employees whilst completing tasks