Associate Product Design Engineer

Dana Canada Corp.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company in Oakville is seeking an Associate Product Design Engineer. The successful candidate will support the design and development of thermal management technologies for electrified vehicles. Responsibilities include evaluating technology trends and managing prototype builds. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of automotive experience are required. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Work with cutting-edge quality systems

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in the Automotive Industry with a focus on Electrification.
• Eligible for P.Eng. registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating technology trends to align development with automotive market changes.
• Interacting with customers to develop thermal management solutions.
• Coordinating with simulation teams and testing laboratories.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Knowledge of APQP process

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal‑management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative‑energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off‑highway equipment – Dana provides the world’s original‑equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Dana Canada Corporation is seeking an Associate Product Design Engineer to support the design and development of thermal management technologies for electrified vehicles at our Oakville Tech Center (located at Kerr Street, Oakville ON).

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to a Product Engineering Team Lead, the successful applicant’s responsibilities will include:

• Evaluating technology trends to align Dana development with changes in the automotive market
• Interacting with customers to develop thermal management solutions specific to their applications
• Evaluating customer specifications and requirements to generate inputs to the design cycle
• Working with the cross‑functional teams to design heat exchangers and manufacturing processes
• Initiate CAD requests, review technical drawings and perform tolerance analyses
• Apply APQP methodologies throughout the product development cycle
• Develop and maintain test plans (DVP&R) and define test procedures
• Coordinate with simulation (CAE) teams and testing laboratories
• Managing prototype builds, including component sourcing and validation of parts
• Providing Engineering input, including bill of material and development costs, to support product costing
• Supporting production launches at manufacturing sites across North America, Europe and Asia

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 3-5 years’ experience in the Automotive Industry with a focus on Electrification
• Eligible for P.Eng. registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario
• Strong organizational, analytical and decision‑making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of the APQP process and GD&T is an asset
• Experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment is preferred
• Proficiency in English required; German, Korean, or Japanese language skills are an asset

Why Join Us?

🌟 Competitive salary & benefits package
📈 Career growth opportunities in a dynamic manufacturing environment
⚙️ Work with cutting‑edge quality systems and improvement methodologies
👥 Be part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking team

Dana Canada is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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