Automotive Mechanical Product Development Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for an Automotive Mechanical Product Development Engineer. This role is based in our Abbotsford location and is a fully onsite role.

Requirements

• Apply accepted engineering principles to develop designs according to specifications and within project constraints.
• Produce high quality engineering documentation in the form of drawings, reports, and SOPs.
• Research and evaluate specifications, vendor products, and outside services to establish designs and ensure they meet all requirements.
• Perform project management duties such as liaising with the sales group to assist in defining the project scope, cost and schedule estimates, and quality requirements.
• Log costs and monitor project performance against set budgets.
• Provide engineering support to internal staff and support the production departments with technical challenges.
• Use advanced tools to reverse engineer and design functional assemblies and components.
• Design functional parts and assemblies in Solidworks, analyze FMEA in Simulation, and report in Microsoft Office applications.
• Perform a portion of quality control/assurance on incoming products and finished goods.
• Spearhead medium-sized projects from multiple disciplines and different departments.
• Install and test fit prototype or production pieces to ensure compatibility with goals and standards.
• Ensure that designs are technically and commercially viable and can be reliably manufactured within cost targets.
• Actively create clear and concise SOPs and instruction manuals to establish standard training and mentoring practices.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• A strong knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine powertrain systems.
• 5 years' experience and diverse knowledge of engineering principles.
• Competency in Solidworks modeling and drawing creation.
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude, preferably in an automotive background.
• Advanced problem-solving skills including groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good English communication skills both spoken and written.

Preferred Skills

• Solidworks simulation.
• GeoMagic DesignX.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Automotive repair background.
• A professional engineering designation (e.g., P.Eng.) would be considered an asset.

Benefits

• Dental care.
• Employee assistance program.
• Extended health care.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• RRSP match.
• Vision care.

What's In It For You

• Competitive wages.
• Every 2nd weekend is a 3-day weekend.
• 100% Employer Paid Medical, dental, and vision.
• Regular pay increases.
• Paid Sick Benefits.
• Company sponsored events.
• RRSP Matching Program.