Engineering Technologist

Protocase Inc.; Sydney; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Growth

Health Care Plan

Company RRSP

Vacation (2–4 weeks)

Community Discounts

YMCA Wellness

Social Events

Cape Breton Lifestyle

Job summary

Protocase Inc. in Sydney, Nova Scotia, is seeking an Engineering Technologist to join the Engineering & Design Services team. You will transform customer concepts into manufacturable products, evaluate manufacturability, prepare quotes, and collaborate with production to move projects from quote to fabrication.

The role emphasizes DFMs, AS9102-compliant designs, and clear technical communication to ensure speed, quality, and accuracy from quote through production.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Mechanical Engineering Technology program.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and quote customer designs based on build-to-print specifications.
• Analyze customer CAD models using SolidWorks.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to customer projects.
• Procure and process AS9102-compliant aerospace customer designs.
• Provide technical recommendations that improve manufacturability while maintaining design intent.
• Collaborate closely with internal manufacturing teams to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement through accurate documentation and technical communication.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

AutoCAD familiarity

Interpretation of engineering drawings

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Department: Engineering & Design Services (EDS)
Company: Protocase Inc.
Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia
Work Arrangement: On-site (In Office)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Level: Junior to Intermediate (Expected Experience: 0-3+ Years)

Full Transparency: We Work a Little Differently Around Here.

This isn't just another job where you punch in and punch out. We come to work every day because we strive to earn a living in a meaningful way. Too many people exist without finding joy or purpose in their work, and we believe that's just wrong. After all, we spend at least a third of our lives working-so why not create workplaces where people want to come to work in the morning and feel good when they leave at the end of the day?

At Protocase, your ideas don't just matter—they shape our future. We thrive on collaboration and innovation, where every voice is heard, valued, and makes a real impact. Does this sound like something you'd want to be a part of and help grow?

Protocase specializes in custom sheet metal enclosures, panels, and parts for engineers and innovators worldwide, built with unmatched speed and quality. We take the impossible and make it possible for some of the brightest minds on the planet.

About the Role

As an Engineering Technologist on our Engineering & Design Services (EDS) team, you'll play a key role in helping customers transform innovative concepts into manufacturable products. Working directly with customer designs, you'll evaluate manufacturability, prepare quotations, and collaborate with our production teams to ensure projects move efficiently from concept to manufacturing.

This position exists to ensure customer designs meet Protocase's manufacturing capabilities while maintaining the speed, quality, and precision our customers expect. You'll work closely with engineers, manufacturing teams, procurement, and customers to deliver an outstanding experience from quote to production.

What You'll Do

• Review and quote customer designs based on build-to-print specifications.
• Analyze customer CAD models using SolidWorks.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to customer projects.
• Procure and process AS9102-compliant aerospace customer designs.
• Provide technical recommendations that improve manufacturability while maintaining design intent.
• Collaborate closely with internal manufacturing teams to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement through accurate documentation and technical communication.

What You Need (Required Qualifications)

Education

• Completion of a Mechanical Engineering Technology program.

Experience

• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced technical environment.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with CAD software, including SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work full-time on-site in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
• Strong attention to detail and accountability.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.

What Would Be Considered an Asset (Nice-to-Have Qualifications)

• Manufacturing experience.
• Procurement experience.
• Experience working with programmable manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of CNC machinery or Cincinnati press brakes.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first year, you will:

• Become proficient in Protocase's quoting processes and manufacturing standards.
• Independently review and quote customer designs with confidence.
• Build strong working relationships with manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Consistently provide manufacturability recommendations that improve customer outcomes.
• Help maintain Protocase's industry-leading turnaround times while delivering exceptional quality.

Why Us?

At Protocase, we believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work and dedication.

Our starting annual total compensation package—including base salary and performance incentives-has ranges from $49,000 to $65,000+ CAD, depending on experience.

In addition, you can look forward to:

• Training & Growth: Leadership training, skills development opportunities, regular coaching, and clear pathways for career growth.
• Comprehensive Health Care Plan & Company RRSP: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Group Insurance, and a Company RRSP after six months of full-time employment.
• Vacation: Start with two weeks of paid vacation, increasing to three weeks after three years and four weeks after five years.
• Community Discounts: Access exclusive discounts at local businesses and restaurants.
• Wellness Support: Enjoy a cost-shared YMCA membership, wellness initiatives, and access to a pension plan after three months of employment.
• Social Events: Regular social events, including seasonal parties, monthly lunches, and team celebrations.
• Lifestyle of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia: Live in a community with quick commutes, affordable homes, beautiful scenery, and friendly people—where outdoor adventure meets a vibrant culture.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're excited about helping innovative companies bring their ideas to life while contributing to the future of custom manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue redefining what's possible in custom manufacturing.