Product Design Engineer

Inspiretci; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing firm in Toronto is seeking a skilled Product Design Engineer (P.Eng or equivalent) to lead the design and development of product solutions. This role involves creating manufacturable and cost-effective products, working within a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5-7 years of experience, and proficiency in SolidWorks. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, & disability benefits

3 weeks vacation

Active social committee

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in product design and manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of a range of manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience in prototyping and model making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of new products from concept to production.
• Create detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
• Contribute to cost optimization efforts through material analysis.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Product design

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Professional Engineering License (P.Eng) or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

ERP systems

Job description

About the job Product Design Engineer - P Eng

Were looking for a skilled Product Engineer (P.Eng or equivalent) to take a lead role in designing and developing innovative product solutions. This position is focused on creating products that are practical to manufacture, cost‑effective, compliant with safety and testing standards, and aligned with customer and market needs. Youll be working in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment where attention to detail, technical expertise, and teamwork drive success.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and engineering of new products from concept through to production, ensuring functionality, aesthetics, and manufacturability are optimized.

Investigate and apply new materials and manufacturing techniques while keeping supplier capabilities in mind.

Develop and refine designs through modeling, prototyping, testing, and iteration.

Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation in compliance with internal standards and ISO requirements.

Partner with internal teams and external partners to ensure designs meet customer expectations, regulatory standards (BIFMA, CGSB, UL/CSA, UBC, IBC), and industry best practices.

Coordinate prototype builds and support pre‑production runs for validation, testing, training, and showroom purposes.

Contribute to cost optimization efforts through material analysis, supplier collaboration, and value‑engineering initiatives.

Support product launches with detailed technical packages, process reviews, and cross‑department collaboration.

Assist with resolving product‑related issues, warranty concerns, and quality improvements with both short‑term fixes and long‑term solutions.

Stay current with industry trends, sustainability practices, and advances in engineering and design processes.

Qualifications:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience.

Professional Engineering License (P.Eng) or equivalent is required.

5-7 years of experience in product design and manufacturing.

Strong knowledge of a range of manufacturing processes (sheet metal, plastics, wood, glass, etc.).

Proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modeling and detailed design) and familiarity with SolidWorks PDM preferred.

Experience with ERP systems in engineering/manufacturing is an asset.

Solid understanding of ANSI/BIFMA standards.

Hands‑on experience in prototyping and model making.

Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.

Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.

Whats Offered:

Compensation: $80,000 - $85,000 annually

• Extended health, dental, vision & disability benefits
• 3 weeks vacation
• Active social committee & collaborative company culture
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment