Product Designer - Mechatronic Systems

The Product Designer will create detailed designs and develop prototypes for mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate designs into production and conducting tests to validate and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed designs, perform calculations, and develop prototypes for mechanical systems
• Develop electro-hydraulic, computer-controlled systems
• Create efficient and user-friendly interface systems
• Analyze and select appropriate materials and components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Conduct tests such as stress analysis, fatigue testing, vibration analysis, and control logic
• Create technical documentation
• Identify opportunities for design optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements
• Occasionally participate in hands-on troubleshooting
• Provide field support for equipment troubleshooting and improvements
• Occasionally travel inside and outside Canada for research and field support

Requirements

• Solid understanding of engineering principles, control logic, mobile computer systems, user interfaces, low power electrical design, and mobile hydraulic systems
• Effective communication and reasoning skills
• Adaptability to a changing work environment
• Ability to create visually appealing and user-friendly products
• Stay updated on emerging technologies
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Previous design experience in similar industries an asset
• Strong understanding of machine design fundamentals, mechanics, machine control theory, sensor technologies, remote control, and autonomous control systems
• Software experience including 3D modeling (SolidWorks)

Key Skills

• Hands-on, creative, self-motivated, passionate
• Problem-solving and strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience with fluid power systems, engine systems, electrical, and electronic systems, as well as drive train systems
• Design experience in welded steel fabrications, hydraulic cylinders, control valves, plumbing details, advanced hydraulic power and electronic control systems, sensors, controllers, diesel engine installations, vehicle drive train transmissions and axle component selection, attachments to seamlessly integrate with heavy equipment

Benefits

• Family-Oriented Company with social events
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing
• RRSP Matching Program
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP
• Active Social Committee