Agricultural Design Engineer/Technologist - R&D Innovator

Bourgault Industries; Vonda; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

RRSP plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Highline Manufacturing, a division of Bourgault Industries, seeks a collaborative and innovative Design Engineer/Technologist to join our Research & Development team. You will design and improve agricultural equipment, guiding projects from concept development and 3D modeling through prototype testing, production, and product launch.

Travel to customer sites and industry events may be required. Work with suppliers, develop BOMs, support testing, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering design experience (new grads considered)
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software; experience with FEA tools such as SolidWorks Simulation
• Strong knowledge of modern agricultural practices and equipment technology

Responsibilities

• Design new products and enhance existing products using 3D CAD modeling
• Analyze, evaluate, and refine designs for performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Create drawings and documentation for prototype fabrication and production
• Collaborate with suppliers to specify, source, and integrate components
• Develop and maintain BOMs and product structures in the MRP system
• Support prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
• Coordinate product releases and provide engineering support to manufacturing
• Design tooling and fixtures for new products
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across departments
• Gather feedback from dealers and customers to drive improvement
• Represent Highline at trade shows and customer visits

Skills

Engineering design

SolidWorks

FEA tools

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical, Agricultural or related engineering degree/diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Highline Manufacturing, a division of Bourgault Industries, seeks a collaborative and innovative Design Engineer/Technologist to join our Research & Development team. You will design and improve agricultural equipment, guiding projects from concept development and 3D modeling through prototype testing, production, and product launch.

Travel to customer sites and industry events may be required. Work with suppliers, develop BOMs, support testing, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to