Development Engineer - Product design

Danfoss; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life and accident保险

DDS supplementary pension

Commuting allowance

Meal subsidies

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Development Engineer - Product Design in Canada to transform requirements into manufacturable power module products. You will design variants, maintain documentation, and drive changes across production and quality teams.

Join a global, stable company with opportunities to work on cutting-edge power electronics and to contribute to product realization from concept to reality in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with strong technical foundations.
• Exposure to CAD design and engineering drawing standards.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support new product development and innovation within power module families.
• Develop and maintain CAD models, drawings, BOMs, routings and documentation.
• Drive engineering changes for products, materials and processes with cross-functional alignment.
• Participate in prototype builds, evaluations and validations, documenting results.
• Collaborate with Product Management to define specifications and deliver solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering background

English proficiency

Power electronics interest

Ability to interpret technical docs

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Mechanical background with electrical exposure

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

GPS awareness

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As a Development Engineer - Product Design, you will help shape the next generation of power module solutions by turning customer and business requirements into manufacturable products. You will develop new product variants, maintain existing product documentation, and drive engineering changes that support production, quality, and purchasing.

This role offers a unique opportunity to follow a product from concept to reality. You will create designs and technical documentation in CAD, contribute to innovative power electronics solutions, and see your work become physical products used in real-world applications. Your expertise will help ensure our products remain competitive, reliable, and aligned with the latest industry standards.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and support new product development and product innovation projects, creating new variants within existing power module product families.
• Develop and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and related technical documentation.
• Drive engineering changes for products, materials, and manufacturing processes while ensuring alignment with production, quality, and purchasing requirements.
• Participate in prototype builds, sample evaluations, and product validation activities, documenting results and supporting successful product implementation.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management and cross-functional teams to define product specifications and deliver solutions that meet market and customer needs.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Candidates with a Mechanical Engineering background and exposure to electrical engineering are also encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and a strong interest in power electronics and product development.
• Experience using a 3D CAD system such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or a comparable design tool and awareness of GPS (Geometrical Product Specification) and engineering drawing standards.
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, solve engineering challenges, and collaborate effectively across functions.

What You'll Get from Us

We offer you the opportunity to work in a stable international company where you will be part of a team resposible for the technical development and documentation of power module products throughout their lifecycle.

The minimum annual gross salary for a permanent employment contract is EUR 30,000. The final offer will depend on the position, level of experience, and location.

In addition to challenging work with modern technical equipment, we offer:

• Employment in a stable international company
• Opportunity to work with specialized instruments and advanced technical equipment
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Friendly team and pleasant working environment
• Flexible working hours with a 37.5-hour working week
• Additional vacation beyond the statutory entitlement
• Annual salary reviewsMonthly performance bonuses
• Company-paid life and accident insurance
• Employer contribution to supplementary pension savings (DDS)
• Commuting allowance
• Subsidized meals provided on company premises
• Contributions towards language courses and development programs
• Multisport card contribution
• Attractive employee benefits program, including company events, cultural activities, and sports programs for employees and their families.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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