Test Engineering Designer, New Product Development (CMP)

Food Process Solutions Corporation; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing equipment manufacturer in Charlottetown is seeking a Test Engineering Designer to design and execute test setups for new product prototypes. Responsibilities include analyzing test data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve food processing equipment designs. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, have over two years of relevant experience, and are proficient in CAD tools. This role offers opportunities to innovate and enhance safety in design.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in test engineering, product development, or prototyping.
• Experience with hands-on mechanical assembly, instrumentation, and troubleshooting.
• Background in both simulation and physical testing is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test procedures, protocols, and setups for validating equipment.
• Conduct performance, reliability, and safety testing in accordance with industry standards.
• Analyze test results and collaborate with the engineering team to refine designs.

Skills

Test engineering

Prototyping

CAD tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Inventor

Job description

CMP (Charlottetown Metal Products) is a dynamic and growing stainless steel equipment manufacturer delivering design, fabrication, and installation services and turn-key solutions to our food processing customers. As a division of FPS (Food Process Solutions), we serve customers across Canada, the United States, and Internationally.

In October 2023 CMP announced an expansion to our Global Innovation Center located on our PEI Campus. This is an exciting new investment in innovation for FPS and CMP.

At CMP we strive to be one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. Culture is everything. We ensure our employees respect each other, respect our clients, and are collaborative in their approach to their daily workflow.

You will work alongside and compliment our talented team of over 160 engineers, designers, technical sales, and fabricator/welders. You will have an opportunity to grow your knowledge of project management and machinery design and leverage that knowledge to build strength in hygienic design of food processing equipment. CMP is constantly innovating and contributing to more advanced hygienic designs to exceed client needs. We engineer food safety in everything we do.

Position Overview

As a Test Engineering Designer, you will play a multi-functional role in designing, building, and executing simulation and physical test setups for equipment prototypes. You will also be responsible for collecting test data, analyzing the results, and presenting findings and recommendations in an organized and concise format. In this role, you will work closely with sales applications, engineering, product management, project management, plant operations, and customers.

Most tests will focus on new product prototypes. From time to time, you may also support food product testing on mature equipment for sales application sizing and specification purposes. This role requires a hands-on approach, strong technical expertise, and a passion for innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop test procedures, protocols, and setups for validating industrial new food processing equipment.
• Conduct performance, reliability, and safety testing in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead simulation and real-application equipment testing.
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and collaborate with the engineering team to refine designs.
• Develop and implement test instrumentations, sensors, and data acquisition methodologies.
• Creating 2D and 3D models and drawings with the use of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Inventor.
• Document test plans, results, and recommendations for prototype improvement and for sales applications engineering.
• Collaborate with engineering on root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment performance issues.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate test findings into final product designs.
• Support the Shop Foreman with intended fabrication details/methods on test rigs and prototypes.
• Communicate and work with stakeholders from FPS’ international offices.

Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to overall business goals and departmental objectives.
• Support innovation through the design of new parts and equipment.
• Assist sales applications with quick, test-based evaluations.
• Develop and maintain test documentation templates and standards.
• Participate in fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Prepare product samples for testing.
• Set up, clean, and sanitize equipment before and after tests.
• Record equipment settings and document test results.
• Collaborate on creating SOPs for maintenance and cleaning of innovation center equipment.
• Provide basic support on PLC programs and assist controls staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in test engineering, product development, or prototyping (preferably in the food processing, automation, or manufacturing sector).
• Experience with hands-on mechanical assembly, instrumentation, and troubleshooting.
• Background in both simulation and physical testing is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with CAD tools, especially AutoCAD and AutoCAD Inventor (2D and 3D modeling).
• Experience designing and building test rigs and prototypes.
• Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial control systems, and their testing is an asset.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and failure mode analysis.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical safety standards and compliance.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Comfortable presenting technical results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

CMP (Charlottetown Metal Products) is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank you for your interest in the position. Only those candidates who match the requirements and are eligible to work in Canada will be contacted / shortlisted.