Mechanical Designer Jobs

Our team is looking for a mechanical designer with full product lifecycle design and manufacturing experience. You will help drive the design and support manufacturing of complex electro-mechanical components for Blackline Safety’s products.

The primary role will require design ownership of electro-mechanical sub-assemblies from conceptual architecture through detailed mechanical design, prototype verification, qualification testing, and finally, support the transition to full-scale production.

The candidate is also expected to provide technical support to the engineering team by participating in cross-functional reviews as well as generating and/or reviewing bills of materials, build documentation, assembly drawings, test fixtures, test procedures, and driving issues to closure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design device components for efficient manufacturing using various techniques such as injection molding, sheet metal, casting, machining, and die-cutting.
• Working with the aid of the engineering team you will be responsible for the detailed design, prototyping, testing, and mass-production support of one or more product sub-assemblies
• May require travel within Canada & some overseas (up to 25% during builds)
• Provide time estimates for the completion of assignments to meet project deadlines.
• Think like a systems designer and strive to add value to all aspects of your project.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in full product lifecycle realization (concept to market), including designing and building products using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Working knowledge of manufacturing methods & Design for Manufacturing DFM (injection molding, precision sheet metal & casting, 3D-Printing, die-cutting, and CNC machining)
• Proficient with basic drafting and GD&T as well as manufacturing quality control practices
• Demonstrated ability to take technical ownership of all mechanical aspects of electro-mechanical parts, components, and assemblies from design to mass-production
• Proficient with modern CAD packages and workflows (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with circuit board manufacturing, electro-mechanical component selection (switches, connectors, etc.) and industrial electronics integration best practices
• Self-starter and can work independently or collaboratively with a team.
• Fundamental knowledge of materials (plastics/metals/glass/elastomers) and processing techniques
• Ability to create and maintain high-quality design files including detailed 3D CAD & assy. models, BOMs, manufacturing drawings, product specifications, and technical presentations

Bonus point for:

• Experience with ruggedized and/or ingress protected product design and associated testing methods (drop, shock, vibration, ingress, and HALT testing)
• Experience with simulation tools & FEA (fluid, thermal or mechanical)
• Experience with top-down 3D modeling and hands-on model-making & part prototyping
• Experience with cosmetic surfacing for Industrial Design

About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly traded company (TSX: BLN).

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions. Come join our inclusive team and start collaborating with us on exciting projects!