Mechanical Engineer

Forsta Varme; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A startup specializing in thermal management solutions is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical designs while collaborating with the R&D teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and experience with 3D design tools. This full-time position offers various benefits and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Group Health and Dental

Paid time off

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or similar required.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Fusion or similar 3D design software tools preferred.
• Experience with hardware prototyping tools and machinery required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing and prototyping hardware.
• Collaborate with R&D teams for high-quality mechanical designs.
• Participate in all parts of mechanical design of proprietary systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk Fusion

Ansys

CNC

3D printing

Job description

About Forsta Varme

Forsta Varme Technologies Ltd. is a startup pioneering thermal management solutions. We're developing next-generation measurement hardware, physics models, and advanced simulation tools from our base in Hanwell, NB. Join our growing, dynamic team to help shape the future of thermal physics and engineering.

Job description

As a mechanical designer you will be responsible for collaborating with our research and development teams to deliver high-quality mechanical designs and physical products to meet our research and development objectives. You will be responsible for designing and prototyping hardware, modifying current designs, and integrating new mechanical solutions to improve both internal and product offerings.

Responsibilities and duties

• Participating in all parts of mechanical design, including current enhancements and new versions, of Forsta Varme proprietary systems using computer aided design and engineering systems
• Coordinate planned engineering work with the rest of the engineering team
• Physical prototyping and fabrication of early designs, including the hands-on testing and validation of candidate designs
• Preparing regular reports of the outcomes and performance of engineered solutions including quantitative performance metrics and qualitative usability
• Collaborating closely with the electrical, software and scientific teams in developing, implementing, and testing various system solutions
• Using thermomechanical computer simulation for virtual prototyping throughout the design process
• Communicating with various design and engineering partners for the acquisition or contract fabrication of mechanical parts, including preparation of drawings
• Participate in design, concept, and research presentations within the company, especially including weekly engineering meetings, and biweekly work planning and review

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or similar
• Proficiency in Autodesk Fusion or similar 3D design software tools
• Attention to detail and ability to follow design guidelines: To demonstrate this skill please email the sum of all 11 digits of Forsta Varme's phone number listed on our website to info [at] forstavarme [dot] com
• Experience with computer aided engineering and simulation software such as Ansys considered a strong asset
• Experience with hardware prototyping tools and machinery such as drills, calipers, CNC, 3D printing etc.
• Knowledge of the hardware development life cycle
• Domain knowledge of thermal property instrumentation and applications considered an asset
• Strong written and oral communication skills and teamwork abilities

Reporting to

Chief Executive Officer

Job Type:Full-time, in person, salaried

Benefits:Group Health and Dental, free on-site parking

Schedule:Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week, flexible work hours

Work Location:Hanwell, NB

Expected start date:2025-July

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person