Junior Product Designer (1 year contract)

Hörmann North America; Canada; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with绩?

Comprehensive health, dental, vision,和

Job summary

Hörmann Oro-Medonte Inc. is seeking a Junior Product Designer to support new product development and customize existing products for customer needs. The role includes creating and updating drawings, BOMs, and order documentation, and providing cross-functional technical support in a collaborative engineering environment.

This is a 1-year contract focused on continuous improvement and skill development. Applicants should have post-secondary technical training, at least 2 years of related

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related technical, engineering, or design field required.
• Engineering designation or progress toward designation considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work or co-op experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing and ERP exposure is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support product development and customization to meet customer requirements.
• Develop and manage product drawings, BOMs, and order documentation.
• Provide mechanical and electrical technical support across departments and customers.
• Assist in DFMEA/PFMEA documentation updates.
• Collaborate with sales and customers to resolve technical product needs.
• Travel as required for installation or field support.

Skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Validation concepts

MS Office

Reading drawings

Manufacturing processes

FEA basics

Willingness to travel

Education

Post-secondary education in technical/engineering/design field

Engineering designation in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Junior Product Designer supports the design and development of new products and assists with the modification and customization of existing products to meet specific customer requirements. This role provides technical support across departments and contributes to manufacturing documentation, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and order requirements, in alignment with the Hörmann Oro-Medonte Inc order process. The Junior Product Designer plays an active role in continuous improvement initiatives while developing technical and professional skills in a collaborative engineering environment. Note - This role is a 1 year contract.

Duties & Responsibilities

This job will most likely fall under NOC 22211.

• Support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives at Hörmann Oro-Medonte
• Assist in ensuring all orders are processed according to established order process flowcharts
• Participate in the selection, development, and engineering of new products
• Assist in customizing existing products to meet customer application requirements
• Develop, update, and reconfigure product drawings, specifications, and BOMs
• Support BOM costing and documentation, including the use of VBA tools where applicable
• Assist in defining product design parameters through testing, calculations, and analysis
• Support the maintenance of DFMEA and PFMEA documentation
• Assist with linear FEA analysis and review reports to support design decisions
• Collaborate with sales and customers to help resolve technical product needs
• Provide mechanical and electrical technical support to internal teams, customers, and installation technicians, including travel when required
• Assist in generating manufacturing and order documentation for door and parts orders
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business and department needs

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, including worker duties under Section 28
• Follow all company health and safety rules, regulations, and procedures
• Adhere to established safety, quality, environmental, and housekeeping standards
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, defects, or compliance issues promptly
• Participate in investigations and provide input on corrective actions
• Uphold workplace violence and harassment prevention policies (Bill 168)
• Attend required Environmental Health and Safety training
• Understand and exercise the right to refuse unsafe work

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently with guidance and achieve results within established procedures
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn project and task management tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Basic understanding of validation and product testing methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Understanding of machining methods and manufacturing processes
• Basic exposure to FEA concepts and report interpretation
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as required

Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a related technical, engineering, or design field required
• Engineering designation or progress toward designation considered an asset
• Minimum of 2 years of related work or co-op experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and exposure to ERP systems is an asset

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Company-supported retirement savings plan.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative culture where innovation and new ideas are encouraged and valued.

Our Values

At Hörmann, our core values guide how we work and grow together:

• Respect - Be Kind: We treat everyone with empathy, fairness, and professionalism.
• Teamwork - Stronger Together: We succeed as one team across departments and geographies.
• Passion - Heart and Soul: We bring pride, purpose, and energy to everything we do.
• Courage - Be Brave: We act with integrity, accountability, and confidence in every decision.

We are proud to foster a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, where every team member is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work.

About Hörmann

Hörmann is a global leader in access solutions serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Our North American team is growing rapidly, and we are focused on building something exceptional together. If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding service, solving technical challenges, and supporting innovative products, we’d love to hear from you.

Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Note to Applicants

We believe in a human-centered hiring process. Applications submitted to Hörmann are reviewed by our hiring team, and artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations

Hörmann welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Hörmann accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 705-792-9968 Ext. 2260 or email [e-mail] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

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Bring your customer-focused mindset, strong communication skills, and attention to detail to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth.