Industrial Designer & CAD

CCM Hockey; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hockey equipment manufacturer located in Montreal is seeking a passionate Industrial Designer to join their Head and Face team. This role involves designing innovative helmets and face protectors, creating 3D CAD models, and collaborating with engineers. Candidates should have a degree in industrial design, CAD experience, and be bilingual in French and English. Competitive salaries and a full benefits package are offered, including a pension plan and vacation time.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Full range of group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan

3 weeks of vacation

Discounted prices on CCM products

Free gym at the head office

Fun social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in CAD modeling and product design.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and rapid prototyping.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver complex 3D CAD models for prototypes and tooling.
• Contribute to the design of CCM helmets and face protectors.
• Manage rapid prototype creation and prepare technical documentation.

Skills

CAD modeling

Creative problem-solving

Bilingualism (French and English)

Teamwork

Education

College diploma (DEC) or bachelor's degree in industrial design

Tools

Creo

Adobe Illustrator

SolidWorks

Rhino

Photoshop

Job description

CCM Hockey is present worldwide, we have offices in Canada, the United States, Sweden, Finland, Germany and Taiwan. Our headquarters are located in Montreal, where we create and develop our equipment. Our mission is to inspire dreams and empower every player to fulfill their passion while enjoying their game. Our team's vision is to be the leading brand on and off the ice, by delivering innovative products and outstanding experience to our athletes and partners everywhere, all while putting our employees and communities at the forefront. We aim to unlock the full potential of every CCM athlete from pond to forum by delivering innovation to maximize performance and ignite in them the self-confidence to chase their dream. We’re looking for passionate players who share our core values and will help us become THE industry leader!

At CCM Hockey, we live our values everyday: Authenticity : Standing up for who you are, doing what you mean and what you believe in. Empowerment : Through their unique contributions, each person is different, each person is important, and each person has the opportunity to make a difference. Teamwork : A team that works together always beats a team of highly skilled individual players. Respect : Valuing differences and allowing others to express themselves when working together, to achieve common goals, to grow and succeed as a company.

The Head and Face team plays a key role in protecting and enhancing the performance of hockey players. We design products that combine safety, comfort, and innovative design to meet the demands of athletes at all levels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute directly to the design of CCM helmets and face protectors, iconic products that set the standard for safety and innovation in hockey.
• Design and deliver complex 3D CAD models (Creo preferred; SolidWorks and Rhino are assets) for prototypes and tooling.
• Manage rapid prototype creation and prepare technical documentation required for development and manufacturing.
• Participate in generating and proposing new concepts that meet performance objectives and user research insights.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to integrate aesthetics, functionality, and performance into every project.
• Produce technical 2D drawings and maintain CAD file classification to ensure project traceability.
• Contribute to solving technical challenges related to industrialization, feasibility, and cost optimization in helmet manufacturing.
• Provide occasional graphic design support (Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop) for presentations and renderings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• College diploma (DEC) or bachelor’s degree in industrial design or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in CAD modeling and product design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo preferred; SolidWorks and Rhino are assets).
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, assembly systems, and rapid prototyping.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings.
• Experience in programming (e.g., Python, C++) or in automating processes related to CAD (asset).
• Creativity, organizational skills, and the ability to solve problems in innovative ways.
• Solid understanding of impact absorption and head protection requirements in hockey (asset).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong team spirit combined with the ability to work independently.
• Bilingualism (French and English)

WHY JOIN THE CCM TEAM?

• Competitive salaries, including a performance-based bonus program.
• Full range of group insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) from Day 1.
• Group retirement pension plan with employer matching (up to 5% of base salary).
• 3 weeks of vacation per year prorated as of your start date.
• Discounted prices on CCM products.
• Free gym at the head office.
• Fun social events throughout the year.

At CCM Hockey, we celebrate the difference for the benefit of our employees, our products and our collaborators. We work to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age or other motives, can give the best of themselves.

Please note that only retained candidates will be contacted. We respectfully ask agencies to not contact us or send unsolicited applications. We thank all applicants for their interest.