Biomechanical Engineer

CGI Njoyn; Kingston; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Biomechanical Engineer to join a dynamic team of researchers. This role involves collaboration with Orthopaedic Surgeons and Engineering Professors, focusing on innovative biomechanics projects. The successful candidate will have access to cutting-edge facilities, including a biomechanics laboratory and a motion capture lab, enabling in-depth research into joint function and muscle-tendon dynamics. If you are passionate about advancing biomechanical research and eager to contribute to impactful studies, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in biomechanics research and joint simulation studies.
• Strong background in imaging and modeling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team on biomechanics projects and joint simulation studies.
• Utilize advanced laboratory equipment for comprehensive investigations.

Skills

Biomechanical Research

Joint Biomechanics

Modeling Techniques

Motion Capture

Education

Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering

Master's in Biomechanics

Tools

Motion Capture Lab

Videoradiography Laboratory

Biomechanics Laboratory Equipment

Job description

The Biomechanical Engineer will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers specializing in joint biomechanics. The team includes Orthopaedic Surgeons and Engineering Professors with expertise in imaging, modeling, and biomechanical research.

The incumbent will be based at Kingston Health Sciences Center (KHSC) and Queen's University. The facilities feature a fully equipped biomechanics laboratory with an actuated shoulder and wrist simulator. The role involves working on biomechanics projects, including joint simulation studies. Additionally, the position provides access to a state-of-the-art motion capture lab and a biplanar videoradiography laboratory. These resources enable comprehensive investigations of joint function, muscle-tendon dynamics, and arthromechanics using both in vitro and in vivo models.