New Product Engineer/Designer - Intermediate

Salford Group; Salford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural equipment manufacturer in Ontario is seeking a skilled New Product Engineer/Designer - Intermediate. This role focuses on developing detailed product designs to meet performance and durability goals through CAD modeling and engineering analyses. Candidates must have 2-3 years of relevant mechanical design experience and a degree in engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement, along with a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package including Drug, Dental & Vision

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Ability to work on multiple projects successfully.
• Exceptional written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop product designs to meet performance, cost, and durability goals.
• Conduct engineering analysis using FEA and other tools.
• Support prototype builds and validate designs through testing.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD

Mechanical aptitude

Experience in manufacturing processes

Education

Diploma or degree in Engineering program or related field

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

COSMOS FEA

Job description

Job Title: New Product Engineer/Designer - Intermediate

Job Summary

The New Product Engineer/Designer - Intermediate contributes to project activities by developing detailed product designs that meet performance, cost, and durability goals. Responsibilities include creating CAD models, conducting engineering analyses, and supporting prototype builds, as well as validating designs through lab and field testing. The role also involves mitigating design risks, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and occasionally traveling to support field testing while ensuring the accuracy and release of technical documentation.

Responsibility

• Participation as a team member in project activities as assigned.
• Develop detailed product designs to meet objectives of performance, cost, durability, etc.
• Development of CAD models, drawings, and supporting information utilizing company standards and common materials and processes.
• Engineering analysis of designs using hand calculations, FEA software, and other analysis tools.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate product design risks.
• Prototype build planning and support.
• Product verification and validation through lab and field testing.
• Occasional travel to support product field testing
• Supporting cross‑functional activities (purchasing, manufacturing, quality, publications, product support, etc.).
• Review, approve and release drawings, models and other documentation

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Engineering program or related field

Required Skills/Experience

• 2-3 years of Agricultural, Construction, Forestry, Mining or other related experience in mechanical design with familiarity of interdependent electronic and hydraulic control systems
• Passionate about designing innovative, high performing and reliable machinery
• Focus on continuous improvement and constant evolving technology
• Experienced in roles that require strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work on a team across functions and cultures
• Able to work on multiple projects and bring to successful completion in a timely manner
• Strong understanding of mechanical components, hydraulic systems, and electro‑mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with various agricultural production systems.
• Mechanical aptitude, both in hands‑on work and design capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and SolidWorks 3D CAD and COSMOS FEA
• Exceptional written communication skills in English.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Experience in manufacturing processes such as fabrication, welding, and assembly (including torch work) is preferred.Background in agriculture, forestry, or heavy mobile machinery is a plus.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.