Mechanical Design Engineer - Consumer Products

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, BC, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and refine mechanical components for consumer goods. You will develop 3D CAD models, create detailed drawings, and render concepts while collaborating with industrial designers and manufacturing partners.

This role emphasizes DFMA, user-centered design, and delivering robust, producible solutions from concept to production. The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering degree, a strong portfolio of consumer product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Portfolio showcasing consumer product development experience.
• Experience with DFMA and design for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop mechanical parts and assemblies for new consumer product lines.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and renderings using industry-standard software.
• Conduct prototyping, testing, and analysis to validate functionality and durability.
• Collaborate with industrial designers to translate aesthetics into feasible mechanical designs.
• Work with manufacturing partners to optimize designs for mass production and cost-effectiveness.
• Identify and resolve mechanical issues throughout the product development process.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Visualization skills

User-centered design

Materials knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their consumer products division in Kimberley . This role focuses on the design, development, and refinement of innovative mechanical components for a range of consumer goods. You will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from initial concept generation and sketching to detailed CAD modeling, prototyping, and final production preparation. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) and a passion for creating user-friendly, aesthetically pleasing, and high-performing products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical parts and assemblies for new consumer product lines.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and photorealistic renderings using industry-standard software.
• Conduct design validation through prototyping, testing, and analysis to ensure product functionality and durability.
• Work closely with industrial designers to translate aesthetic concepts into feasible mechanical designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to optimize designs for mass production and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to the identification and resolution of mechanical issues throughout the product development process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related design-focused engineering field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, with a portfolio showcasing consumer product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and understanding of rendering tools.
• Knowledge of plastics, molding processes, and common consumer product materials.
• Strong visualization skills and an understanding of user-centered design principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for bonuses based on product success.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities to work on exciting and innovative consumer products in Kimberley .
• A collaborative and creative work environment that encourages new ideas.
• Professional development opportunities in product design and engineering.