R&D Design Engineer

*Our values are at the core of everything we do!*

• *CARING. *For employees, partners and community.
• *INDIVIDUAL. *We work with great people and expect a lot from them.
• *DRIVER. *Stay hungry and act with urgency.
• *INNOVATIVE. *Think ahead to stay ahead.
• *OWNERSHIP. *No excuses. 100% accountability.

We are one of Western Canada’s largest window and door manufacturers servicing consumers, contractors and retailers. Established in 1988 and headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, its not just Durabuilt’s innovative manufacturing and design that places us on the list of Canada’s Best Managed Companies - *it’s also our people.*
*Accountabilities*
*Research & Development*

• Strong ability to gather information about the issue on hand; then review, analyze, and interpret that information to generate a solution. This includes research multidisciplinary suppliers, products, and materials to utilize within your designs and processes, or within production itself.
• Work with integration, program leads and key functional partners to ensure successful qualification of new materials and products.
• Research and integrate materials/supplier’s technology using materials/supplier development methodology, problem solving, and processes.
• Complete other non-CAD related tasks as assigned. These tasks may include a variety of non-technical activities such as office related duties such as filing, copying, and documentations.
• Support product and/or process development projects as part of the R&D team.
• Run experiments, prepare test samples, physical property testing, operate various pieces of pilot production & test equipment, record data and report outcomes.
• Track all costs related to the creation of new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing.
• Systematically save sketches and drawings on our server; keep the server organized; update project folders and files as jobs progress and revisions are made.
• Correspond with field installation personnel to continually improve design concepts.
• Design new fenestration systems such as windows, doors, and patio systems and complete a project from design, to testing, to implementation, to closing a project.
• Interface with factory personnel to obtain submittal and design data for manufactured equipment.

*Experience / Capabilities*

• Comfortable with high volume workload with the ability to “roll up your sleeves” and jump in.
• Solution focused and comfortable working in an environment which demands robust deliverables.
• In-depth knowledge of specialized software, such as AutoCAD, Solidwork and 3D Printing (Revit would be an asset).
• Knowledge of National Building Code is an asset.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, organize your time and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to perform independently or as a Project Team Member.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and a varied workforce.
• The ability to identify problems and execute appropriate solutions.
• Assist with production concerns and resolving problems in streamlining production.
• Excellent technical, analytical, interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the design and fabrication process.
• Avid researcher and learner; able to adapt to new technologies rapidly.
• High comfort level working in a fast-paced team environment that is constantly changing.
• 3-5 years’ experience in design, manufacturing, or another relevant Engineer role (experience in an industry this is similar or the same as this organization would be considered an asset for the candidate)

*Education*

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or Technical Degree in related field from Canadian post-secondary institution.

*Send Us Your Resume*
_We embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of origin, culture, ethnicity, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or faith. Thank you to all those apply and those who are short-listed will be contacted._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits

• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Employee assistance program
• Casual dress
• Dental care

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

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