Mechanical Designer

If being part of a Canadian hearing healthcare company which improves people’s quality of life sounds like a good fit for you, then this is THE place to be!

We are a local company but with global activities and partnerships. We operate in the Diagnostic Hearing business as one of four business areas within the Danish Demant Group. The entire group consists of more than 20,000 employees worldwide. Audioscan operates as an independent entity in Canada, with our own R&D, Production, Purchasing, Marketing and Support activities.

You will operate out of Dorchester at Audioscan which is one of our many global diagnostic brands. The other brands are placed in Denmark, UK, USA, and Germany. We sell our equipment in more than 100 countries through our own sales companies and external distributors.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer(ing) to join our team. This position will play a significant role in designing and creating the next generation of innovative Audioscan products. You will design and develop the electro-mechanical assembly components for new and current products, with a strong emphasis on user centered design principles and design for manufacturing principles. You will be working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Software, Hardware, Mechanical engineers and technicians. You must be an independent and self-motivated worker requiring little supervision. This is a full-time position, operating on-site in Dorchester, Ontario. You will report to the Director of Research and Development.

Responsibilities:

· Adaptive and variant design of electro-mechanical packaging for new products.

· Ownership of project’s mechanical design from concept to release. This work will include analysis, design, prototyping, testing, production transfer, and post-launch support.

· Development of CAD models and drawings.

· Generate detailed drawings, BOM's, and inspection test plans.

· Design tests and build prototypes to test their function, including 3D printing.

· Collaborate closely with Marketing Department to help with product development activities and materials.

· Collaborate with suppliers for part selection, pricing, and prototyping. This may include occasional travel to supplier facilities as needed.

· Collaborate with a team of knowledgeable industry experts on the overall design and user interface.

· Provide product cost and development time estimates.

· Development of documentation to comply with development procedures, ISO, FDA, and other regulatory quality system requirements.

· Staying current with technology in applicable disciplines.

· Other related responsibilities as assigned at times during the product development process.

Experience and qualities:

· 5+ years of related industry experience.

· Experience designing and developing injection molded plastic parts.

· Very familiar with integrated electromechanical systems.

· Passion for developing design solutions and seeing them through to manufacturing.

· Creativity and desire to solve problems in a niche industry and apply a can-do attitude.

· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.

· Ability to prototype mechanical components, 3D printing, machining, painting.

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

· Ability to analyze design solutions, make optimal decisions, and identify problems.

· Ability to rapidly learn new technologies, technical material, and skills for operating new equipment and instrumentation.

· Experience translating user requirements into design specifications.

· Effective communication and organizational skills, with an attention for detail.

· Proficient with MS Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint.

· Proficient with 3D CAD tools, such as Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks highly beneficial.

· Experience with GD&T and tolerance stacks is an asset.

Educational Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must have the following qualifications:

Engineering Diploma or Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in:

B.Eng/BASc/BESc Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Design or related field of study.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Mechanical Design Engineering: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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