Junior Product Designer (1 year contract)

Hormann LLC; Oro-Medonte; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Hörmann Oro-Medonte Inc. seeks a Junior Product Designer for a 1-year contract to support design and development of new products and to modify existing products to meet customer needs.

You will produce technical docs, BOMs, and drawings in alignment with our order process, contributing to continuous improvement within a collaborative engineering environment. The role requires post-secondary technical education and CAD skills with AutoCAD and SolidWorks, plus willingness to travel and work

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 a manufacturing environment and exposure to ERP systems is an asset.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in ensuring orders are processed according to established order flowcharts.
• Participate in the selection, development, and engineering of new products.
• Assist in customizing existing products to meet customer requirements.
• Develop, update, and reconfigure product drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Support BOM costing and documentation, including the use of VBA tools where applicable.
• Assist with defining product design parameters through testing, calculations, and analysis.
• Support DFMEA and PFMEA documentation.
• Assist with linear FEA analysis and review reports to support design decisions.
• Collaborate with sales and customers to resolve technical product needs.
• Provide mechanical and electrical technical support to internal teams, customers, and installation technicians, including travel when required.

Skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Travel

Education

Post-secondary education in a related technical, engineering, or design field

Engineering designation or progress toward designation

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Junior Product Designer (1 year contract)

Job Category : Engineering

Requisition Number : JUNIO001667

• Posted : August 24, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $33.63 CAD per hour

Locations

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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 Barrie

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.

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.

Ready to Make an Impact?

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

Apply today and help shape the future of Hörmann across North America.