About this role
Union: Non- Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: 2400 Skymark Avenue, Unit #3, Mississauga, ON, L4W5K5
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Sr. Director, Product Design
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: October 01, 2026
Position Summary
The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the full product development lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through manufacturing transfer and product support. This role designs mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks, develops prototypes, creates technical documentation, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, systems engineering, quality, regulatory, and product management. The incumbent supports product development for both capital equipment and disposable components, ensuring designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, compliant with regulatory requirements, and aligned with customer needs. The role also contributes to product testing, risk assessment, intellectual property documentation, process development, and continuous improvement activities to support the successful commercialization of innovative medical technologies.
Duties
Create solid models, assemblies, and detailed component drawings using SolidWorksFull cycle mechanical development (design, manufacturing methods, cost, production feasibility and DFM)Work with manufacturing personnel to develop assembly procedures for mechanical/electrical assembliesCreate and maintain Bills of Materials, support engineering change orders and transfer to manufacturingWork with systems developers to create product specifications that meet customer requirements and to assess the risksAssemble and test prototypes Help maintain the PDMImplement and document components and assemblies for the capital equipment and the disposables components in collaboration with senior management, product management and regulatory managementPrepare technical specificationsDevelop initial fixtures and processes to assemble componentsAnalyse and write test protocolsInvestigate issues encountered in external testing and in clinical useDocument, prepare and review IP (patent) submissionsContribute to the definition and specification of future designsAdditional responsibilities as requested or required
Education:
B.ASc, B.Sc or B.Eng degree (Mechanical) or similar degreeExperience:
5+ years experience in mechanical designDesign experience within regulated industry / quality management system an assetSkills and Knowledge:
Expert proficiency in SolidWorks, use of PDMExperience with tolerance stack-up analysis, modeling and other evaluation methodsExperience with design transfer to manufacturing / production, supporting field complaints and engineering change ordersExperience supporting systems integration and other functional testing an assetExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to create high quality engineering documentationAbility to execute several projects at once with limited supervisionDemonstrated ability to be creative in the art of mechanical design and to apply basic laws of physicsExcellent understanding of design and development processes from concept to productionStrong prototyping and assembly skills What We Offer
Opportunity to work at the forefront of organ transplantation innovation.Direct interaction with leading transplant programs across North America.Exposure to clinical development, product commercialization, and medical education.Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on improving patient outcomes.Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.