Mechanical Designer

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and savings plan with employer

Group insurance program

Career advancement opportunities

Merit or recognition program

Health and wellness program

Recreational and sports club

Nearby daycares

Public transit access and free parking

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada is seeking a Mechanical Designer for the Test Facilities Engineering team in Longueuil. You will design test equipment and systems for engine test cells, model parts, and create manufacturing drawings to support certification and performance validation.

The role requires 15-20 years of relevant experience, strong Catia V5 skills, and bilingual communication (French and English). On-site, Monday–Friday with flexible hours, in a French-speaking environment.

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology required.
• 15 to 20 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent knowledge of Catia V5 software.
• Good knowledge of functional dimensioning and geometric tolerancing.
• Good communication skills - French and English.

Responsibilities

• Model parts, mechanisms, and assemblies of test equipment.
• Produce manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Define fit, form and function of designed parts.
• Consider environment, health and safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Bilingual English/French

Education

College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Catia V5

Enovia V6 / PLM

MS Office

Gas turbine test cells

Job description

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why join the test facilities engineering team?

Within P&WC, the Test Facilities Engineering team is responsible for designing, building, and adapting test cells for all engine families and their components to meet the demanding requirements of each engine test. Equipment commissioned by our technical crew is essential for engine certification and performance validation before delivery to customers.

As a mechanical designer, you will be reporting to the senior manager of the test facilities engineering team. You will be responsible for designing test equipment and various systems required for test cell operations.

This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday with flexible hours, based in Longueuil, and performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• You will model parts, mechanisms, and assemblies of test equipment;
• You will produce manufacturing and assembly drawings;
• You will take part to design reviews;
• You will be responsible for defining fit, form and function of designed parts;
• You will consider requirements in terms of environment, health, and safety;
• You will optimize producibility and manufacturing costs;
• You will develop alternative solutions to problems and provide recommendations to project engineers;
• You will ensure that internal standards and lessons learned are incorporated into new projects.

What do you need to be successful?

Must haves

• College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology;
• 15 to 20 years of relevant experience;
• Excellent knowledge of Catia V5 software;
• Good knowledge of functional dimensioning and geometric tolerancing;
• Good communication skills - French and English.

Assets

• Experience in Enovia V6 / PLM work environment;
• Knowledge of MS Office suite;
• Knowledge of gas turbine test cells.

Although this position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a working knowledge of English to read and understand specialized instructions, plans, drawings and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and sometimes communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.