Development Engineer

Active Dynamics; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation packages

Group health benefits

RRSP matching

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Active Dynamics, a Toronto-based OEM supplier, seeks a Development Engineer to design, test, and manufacture advanced product solutions. You will use CAE tools like ANSYS and Creo to develop technologies, validate concepts, and support production launches.

Responsibilities include leading NPI activities, collaborating across departments, and driving design optimizations for acoustics, thermals, and durability.

Qualifications

• Licensed Mechanical Engineer or eligible via PEO.
• ≥5 years’ experience in a similar field.
• Proficient in CAE tools and design analysis.
• Some travel to the US is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop product and technology solutions using CAE and simulation tools.
• Lead validation and testing per DVP and oversight.
• Coordinate with Sales, Quality, Production and Engineering teams for rapid project progress.
• Review and approve designs; support NPI activities including DVPR/DFMEA/DFM.

Skills

Creo Parametric

ANSYS

GT Power

nCode

Reliasoft

Windchill PDMLink

Fatigue analysis

Education

Licensed Mechanical Engineer

PEO eligible

Tools

Creo Parametric

Windchill PDMLink

GT Power

Job description

Active Dynamics is a progressive OEM supplier that designs, tests, and manufactures unique solutions for multiple systems and multiple industries. This full-service, end-to-end capabilities are paired with a collaborative, creative approach, global reach, and agile structure to offer real-world benefits in terms of turnaround time, cost, service, and customization. We're always growing, alwaysevolving, and always finding new ways to bring meaningful value to our customers and partners.

As a world leader in the design and manufacturing industry, Active Dynamics is seeking an eager and enthusiastic experienced Development Engineer to join our successful Toronto team! We are looking for a talent with solid professional skills in the manufacturing industry who can provide superb work experience. This posting is for an existing, immediate vacancy.

The Development Engineer will be responsible for developing product and technology solutions utilizing CAE simulation tools.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Keyresponsibilities includeproduct & technology development,advanced engineeringsupport,productvalidation.

• Keysoftware(s)include ANSYSFluent/CFX/Mechanical, GT Power/Suite,nCode, and Creo.
• Role may involve specialization in specific areas.
• Validation conducted by internal or external lab per development engineer’s DVP & oversight.

Internalinitiatives:

• Developinnovativeproductsor technologiesin alignment with company’s strategic goals.
• Responsible for developing technical solutions focused on acoustics, thermals, fluids/power, and durability.
• Participate in product roadmaps and continued evolution of existing product platforms.
• Understandtarget market,optimalvalueproposition, business & productstrategytowards sustainable product development.
• Support business process through conception, development, proto/validation, bringing to market & production launch.

Customer directedinitiatives:

• Responsiblefordevelopingsolution to performance and durability requirements; as well approving the final design meetsestablishedrequirementswhereassigned.
• Predominately supportingNPI activity with advanced engineering methods (i.e.. CAE).
• Support business process through development, proto/validation, and production launch.

Overallresponsibilities:

• Participate in NPI and innovation process.
• Use Creo Parametric to design and model completeproducts orsystems.
• Analyze using ANSYS, engineering principals & judgment, technical specifications, and standards to meet necessary requirements.
• UtilizenCodeandReliasoftfor fatigue life estimates.
• Optimizeexhaust and engine performance with GT Power.
• Considerations include acoustics,emissions,vibrations, heat transfer, fluids, materials, fatigue,manufacturability,and cost.
• Lead technical meetings and coordinate internally with Sales, Quality, Production and Engineering representatives for quick response with projects.
• Review & approvedesigns, complete NPIactivitiesincludingDVPR, DFMEA,&DFM/for risk mitigation.
• Support testing activity including internal lab or on-site data acquisition needs.
• Communication & coordination with all departments, including vendors and customer engineers to understand issues, defineobjectivesand create solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirement:

• LicensedMechanicalEngineer, or eligible through PEO.

Qualifications and Experience:

• ≥5 years’experienceina similar field.
• Software: Creo Parametric, ANSYS, WindchillPDMLink,nCode, GT Power, LMSScadas.
• Some travel to the US is required.

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 CAD

Our team includes members with a wide diversity of cultural and technical backgrounds, ages, and experiences. We understand that your work at Active should support you no matter your current situation, and we offer several benefits to ensure that your work is fulfilling while respecting your work-life balance:

• Competitive compensation and vacation packages based on current industry norms.
• Group health benefits.
• RRSP matching.
• Advancement opportunities and lateral movement based on personal interest and qualification.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To be considered, candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Active is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, cultural or national background, marital status, disability status, and any other basis protected by Ontario law.

Under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Active Dynamics provides accommodation support throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.