Designer, Development

Designer, Development - Mechanical

About the Role

Work within a team of Engineers/Design Specialists in the development of new products, encompassing all steps within a formal product development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply scientific/engineering principles in the design of machines.
• Execute conceptual and detail design, including 3D modeling of parts and assemblies.
• Optimize designs based on manufacturing processes (DFM), assembly, and test.
• Perform sizing and selection of components (motors, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, pneumatic and hydraulic components, etc.), material selection, and application of design standards.
• Conduct calculations and analysis (structural FEA, thermal, dynamics, tolerance stack-up, etc.).
• Create detailed drawings and apply GD&T.
• Write formal reports and deliver presentations to team members and management.
• Collaborate with team members in the validation of new designs (design and build of test stands, writing of test plans, analysis of test results, etc.).
• Contribute to design review meetings and brainstorming sessions.
• Manage design risk mitigation, including participation or facilitation of FMEA.
• Contribute in a fast-paced design environment.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary experts including Analysis, Electrical, Software, Fluid Power, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, and Validation/Test.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 3D CAD software (e.g., Unigraphics or others) is an asset.
• MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio/Project – nice to have).
• FEA.
• GD&T.
• FMEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and strong presentation skills.
• Excellent understanding of engineering principles.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to multitask (scheduling and prioritizing tasks).
• Creative ability to generate concept designs and select optimal concepts (e.g., selection matrix, TRIZ).
• Demonstrated learning abilities and strong research capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and as part of a highly cohesive team.
• Commitment to working with integrity and honesty.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A strong desire to learn about mechanical design and possess a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Well-rounded – hands-on mechanical ability and passion for interests and hobbies outside of work.