Hands-On Manufacturing Innovation Engineer

TagsforHope; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet product manufacturer located in St. Thomas, Ontario, is seeking a Manufacturing Innovation Engineer to tackle production challenges creatively. This hands-on role focuses on designing custom machinery and improving efficiency through automation. Applicants should have strong CAD and fabrication skills, along with a keen maker mindset. The company offers competitive compensation, bonuses, and an inclusive, pet-friendly workplace culture that values creativity and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits

Creative Freedom

Hands-On Environment

Growth Opportunities

Pet-Friendly Workplace

Meaningful Mission

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Fusion 360 or SolidWorks for designing parts and machinery.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills and laser cutters.
• Proficient in additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping.
• Experience with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLCs, or similar systems.
• Proven ability to work with wood, metal, and mixed materials.
• Physical product manufacturing experience from prototype to production.
• Creative solutions from previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Identify bottlenecks in production and design creative solutions.
• Design custom machinery, jigs, and fixtures.
• Implement robotics and automation systems.
• Prototype product ideas using 3D printing and CNC machining.
• Maintain and modify existing equipment.
• Source suppliers and research new technologies.
• Experiment with novel production methods.

Skills

CAD Proficiency

CNC & Fabrication

3D Printing

Electronics

Hands-On Building

Manufacturing Experience

Problem-Solving Track Record

Job description

A leading pet product manufacturer located in St. Thomas, Ontario, is seeking a Manufacturing Innovation Engineer to tackle production challenges creatively. This hands-on role focuses on designing custom machinery and improving efficiency through automation. Applicants should have strong CAD and fabrication skills, along with a keen maker mindset. The company offers competitive compensation, bonuses, and an inclusive, pet-friendly workplace culture that values creativity and innovation.