Mechanical Engineer – Medical Devices

We are seeking a Mid-level Mechanical Engineer who is willing to become part of a team responsible for developing, testing and documenting new lab automation machines. You must do things thoroughly and in a logical, orderly manner. Creativity and attention to detail are necessary for success in this position. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a team environment, self-motivated and have a good understanding of new product development.

• Work with the engineering team to design and develop new lab automation machines (liquid handling workstation, qPCR, orbital shaker, thermoelectric cooler, etc.).
• Research and generate conceptual design.
• Evaluate the different concepts to select a good one.
• Detail your chosen design down to 3D model of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Analyze, calculate and simulate your design to be confident it will work.
• Create 2D engineering drawings (with GD&T and BOMs) for manufacturing.
• Coordinate and assist with parts machining and purchasing.
• Must be hands-on; assemble, troubleshoot, debug, and qualify subsystems and components. Resolve design issues as appropriate.
• Develop the required documentations during the development and for transfer to production.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent program.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical design of robotics automation or medical device.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures.
• Strong grasps of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance methods (GD&T) in creating component and assembly detail drawings.
• An understanding of manufacturing and machining processes, electronic and thermodynamics principles.
• Able to work hands-on with models and prototypes.
• Problem-solving and project management skills.
• Eligible to travel outside Canada.
• Proficient with Solid Works software.
• Proficient in verbal and written English.

This full-time employment position is subject to a 3-month probation period.

Compensation

• Salary $60,000 /year
• Performance-based bonus at the end of each year
• Group extended healthcare insurance (after probation period)