Mechanical Engineering Designer

Crestline Coach LTD.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Designer to join their innovative team in Saskatoon. This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex design challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, contributing directly to the creation of mission-ready vehicles that support critical services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design, proficiency in 3D CAD systems, and a collaborative spirit. Join a company that values integrity, quality craftsmanship, and creativity, while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Health benefits including dental and extended health care

4% matching retirement savings plan

Accident and serious illness insurance

Milestone and service awards

Discounted food delivery service

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product design experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault or equivalent systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of new mechanical designs and features.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models and production drawings.
• Support production teams with troubleshooting design-related quality concerns.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Problem-Solving

3D CAD Design

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Mechanical Engineering Designer

Location: Saskatoon

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Crestline Coach is a long-established, family-oriented organization in Saskatoon, SK, that has grown to become North America's leading ambulance manufacturer and Canada's largest supplier of small to mid-size commercial buses for transit, paratransit, shuttle, and tour applications. With safety, innovation, and durability always at the forefront of our business, we now inspire today’s industry standards. Crestline Coach has strong values that align with our culture—demonstrating a customer-centric focus, leadership, integrity, family spirit, and excellence in all we do.

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering Designer to join our collaborative Engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex design challenges, thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and is motivated to see their ideas brought to life in vehicles that support critical life-saving services. At Crestline, your work will directly contribute to building innovative, mission-ready vehicles—all while being part of a team that values creativity, integrity, and quality craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

As the Mechanical Engineering Designer, you will:

• Lead the creation of new mechanical designs and features in line with Crestline’s engineering and quality standards
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, production drawings, and complete Bill of Materials
• Review work by CAD/CAM Designers and offshore design partners
• Ensure design compliance with OEM chassis requirements, customer expectations, and regulatory standards (CMVSS, FMVSS, CAAS)
• Apply engineering analysis (e.g., stress, HVAC, fluid flow) to ensure functional and safe designs
• Identify and implement design improvements that enhance product value and manufacturability
• Support production teams with troubleshooting and resolving design-related quality concerns
• Contribute to project reviews and design meetings
• Drive standardization and innovation across the product line
  
  

Qualifications

As the Mechanical Engineering Designer, you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of product design experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault (or equivalent 3D CAD and Data Management Systems), along with experience with change management in a PDM/PLM system.
• Solid understanding of drafting principles and 3D CAD design
• Knowledge of relevant vehicle standards and legislation (CMVSS, FMVSS, CAAS, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with design for manufacturing and value engineering
• An analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• A collaborative and communicative approach to working in cross-functional teams
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage shifting priorities
  
  

Benefits

Crestline Coach takes pride in a strong company culture that embodies excellence, integrity, trust and innovation. To foster a strong culture, we believe in a progressive, dynamic and solution-based environment and want to prosper amongst the best and brightest in the country. Benefits of working with Crestline Coach include:

• A competitive salary with bonus earning potential including a recruitment referral bonus.
• Health benefits including dental, extended health care, long and short-term disability coverage, accident and serious illness insurance, life insurance, and a health spending account.
• A group registered retirement savings plan that has a 4% matching, occupational vision care, employee, and family assistance programs along with a virtual walk-in clinic that provides unlimited healthcare for you and your family.
• Milestone and service awards at five-year increments.
• Access to CUBBI, a discounted food delivery service of fresh meals from local kitchens, and Sutton Smart Perks Discounts for services and discounts from local businesses.
• Career path and career longevity support by approved professional development opportunities and cost reimbursement, including association memberships.