Product Engineer

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive employment firm is looking for a Process Engineer in Woodstock, ON. The candidate will optimize manufacturing processes for plastic components. Responsibilities include supporting product development, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. A degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with CAD software is required, along with 3-5 years of engineering product development experience. This is a full-time, on-site position with an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Degree required in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with CAD software such as CATIA V5, Unigraphics, or SolidWorks.
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering product development.

Responsibilities

• Support product research and development activities.
• Manage development projects from concept through completion.
• Conduct benchmarking and analysis of competitor parts.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CAD software (CATIA V5, Unigraphics, SolidWorks)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Minimum three-year advanced engineering diploma

Tools

CATIA V5

Unigraphics

SolidWorks

Job description

An automotive plastics parts manufacturer in the area of Woodstock, ON is currently searching for a Process Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes for plastic components used in automotive applications. This role drives continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

This is a full time, and direct hire position with an excellent benefits package. This role is 100% on-site.

Product Engineer Responsibilities

• Support product research and development activities and manage development projects from concept through completion
• Develop new materials and manufacturing processes based on customer needs and market trends
• Plan and execute development projects including design of experiments (DOE), prototyping, testing, and data analysis
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal teams and external customers, including OEMs
• Conduct benchmarking and analysis of competitor and existing automotive interior parts for safety, performance, and feasibility
• Follow PDCA methodology while supporting environmental initiatives and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Design Engineer Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or completion of a minimum three-year advanced engineering diploma
• Experience with CAD software such as CATIA V5, Unigraphics, or SolidWorks
• Knowledge of automotive development and quality processes (PPAP, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA)
• Strong understanding of plastics and automotive interior/exterior materials (injection molding experience is an asset)
• 3–5 years of experience in engineering product development and project coordination to meet customer standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (second language is an asset)