Design Engineer

Multimatic; Markham; On-site; CAD 79,736 - 147,973; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth and development opportunities

Job summary

A global automotive components company in Markham is seeking a skilled Design Engineer to work on innovative automotive solutions. You will create CAD models and documentation, lead product development, and ensure designs meet performance targets. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering and over 3 years of automotive design experience, with proficiency in CAD software like CATIA or NX. Join a supportive team culture and contribute to exciting projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in automotive component design.
• Proficient in CAD software for 3D modelling and GD&T drafting.
• Strong knowledge of kinematics and materials.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering documentation.
• Lead product development defining and reviewing validation studies.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

NX

Job description

Overview

Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. Multimatic Technical Centre (MTC), located in the heart of Multimatic’s Markham, Ontario campus, provides advanced design engineering, simulation, and testing to Multimatic’s manufacturing divisions, automotive OEMs, and motorsports organizations. Co-located with Multimatic’s prototype manufacturing and Motorsports team enables industry leading rapid development cycles through strong collaboration.

The Role

Multimatic’s Mechanisms Engineering team is looking for talented Design Engineers to help create innovative solutions for the world’s leading OEMs. Our team develops everything from Side Door Hinges to advanced motion systems, including Active Aerodynamic Devices and PowerDoor™ actuators. In this role, you’ll take automotive components from concept through to high-volume production, ensuring they meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets. This role is on-site Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings with GD&T, and engineering documentation such as DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, tolerance stack-ups and other engineering calculations
• Lead product development through defining and reviewing virtual and physical validation studies
• Work in close partnership with program management, process and quality teams at Multimatic’s manufacturing divisions to support DFM, DFA, and VA/VE activities
• Collaborate with Multimatic’s Electronics and Software teams to deliver integrated solutions for powered mechanisms
• Hands-on assembly of new design concepts to support prototype builds, testing, and validation
• Communicate directly with customers to understand technical requirements, provide design solutions and program updates
• Generating innovative design concepts to satisfy OEM customer requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in design process and product performance

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of proven experience in automotive component design
• Proficient in CAD software (CATIA or NX preferred) for 3D modelling and GD&T drafting
• Strong knowledge of kinematics, materials, and design for high-volume manufacture and assembly
• Understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, structured root cause analysis methods
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• A genuine passion for mechanical design and the automotive world — ideally demonstrated through personal projects, Formula SAE participation, or hands-on work with your own vehicles.

Why Join Us?

At Multimatic, you’ll learn from and work alongside some of the industry’s leading experts in a supportive team culture that offers numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. You’ll help shape innovative products for some of the world’s most recognized automotive brands, using cutting-edge tools, breakthrough technology, and state-of-the-art testing facilities. Multimatic offers a comprehensive benefits package, as well as a friendly, casual, and collaborative environment.

Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site)

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be $57,658.00 - $107,000.00.

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If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.