Tool & Fixture Designer

Napoleon Products; Barrie; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Long Term Disability Protection

Well-being support programs

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Training & learning opportunities

Leadership development

Advancement pathways

Associate discounts

Job summary

Napoleon is seeking a Design Engineer to create tools for press brakes, fixtures, and tooling. You will produce detailed CAD drawings and assemblies, indicating tolerances and critical dimensions, while collaborating with R&D, manufacturing, and tool makers.

You will maintain CAD data, support production with updates, and participate in design reviews. Travel may be required, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and quality in tooling.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma. Engineering technologist diploma or CAD technologist diploma would be considered an asset.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant drawing experience using 3D CAD software to create drawings for a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of material and manufacturing processes; some hands-on mechanical or fabrication experience is an asset.
• Experience with tool and die machinery such as Vertical Mills, Radial drills, lathes, surface grinders; welding and CNC experience an asset.
• CSWA or willingness to achieve this during onboarding; CSWPA drawing tools would be an asset.
• Experience using SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D software) and MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Design press brake tools and fixtures for weldments, assembly fixtures, press brake tooling and paint masking using 3D models or conceptual drawings.
• Create detail drawings of CAD models and assemblies with inspection criteria, tolerances and part specifications.
• Provide CAD data for manufacturing and maintain latest CAD data in the fixture database.
• Create CAD models and concept models for components/assemblies; design for cost, robustness and quality.
• Assist during machining with updates to drawings based on production feedback.
• Participate in design/process reviews and standardize templates, nomenclature and SOPs.
• Join design meetings across divisions; participate in PDM/data management discussions and ERP interactions.
• Travel locally and internationally as required.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Geometrical tolerance

Machining experience

Metallurgy knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Engineering technologist diploma

CAD technologist diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Pro/E

Catia

Mechanical Desktop

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $51,200 CAD to $76,800 CAD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.

Description

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award‑winning products offer a best‑in‑class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world‑wide scale.

The warmth and experience that Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to elevate everyday experiences, so you love being home. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

This posting is for an existing permanent vacancy and is actively being recruited for.

Reports To: Machining Supervisor

Location: 24 Napoleon Road, Barrie

Job Purpose

Design tools for press brakes, stamping and fixtures. Create illustrations, images, exploded views and animations for fixtures and tooling. Illustrations must convey assembly steps or concepts using images with minimal or no text. Create detailed drawings of CAD models and assemblies suitable for fixture and tool production indicating critical dimensions, tolerances, and detailed specifications. Use machinery as a backup to Tool Makers to build components for tooling, jigs and fixtures to meet production requirements. Work in close collaboration with R&D Designer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Supervisors and Tool Makers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design press brake tools and fixtures for weldments, assembly fixtures, press brake tooling and paint masking using R&D 3D models and/or from conceptual drawings.


• Create detail drawings of CAD models and assemblies. Indicate inspection criteria, critical dimensions, tolerances and detailed part specifications.


• Provide CAD data for manufacturing. Ensure latest math data (2D and 3D) is maintained in company fixture database


• Create CAD models and concept models of single components and simple assemblies for use by manufacturing or by external vendors. Design for cost, aesthetic appearance, robustness, reliability and quality; considering project targets and project deadlines and whilst working in collaboration with other departments, other sites and outside vendors.


• Assist during machining process. Must participate in product launches and update drawings based on feedback from production.


• Use recognized design tools, including design reviews, functional analysis (and where applicable, input to simulation), tolerance stack ups for fit, form and function etc.


• Collaborate with designer and tool makers to provide input for the creation of a suitable test program to validate that the design meets safety and technical requirements.


• Create bill of materials, including all necessary details required to populate ERP system and to order parts and materials


• Support changes to existing models, drawings, based on Continuous Improvements, Change Notices and/or Corrections.


• Participate in regular design/process meetings, across Wolf Steel divisions, with a purpose of identifying opportunities for improvement in accuracy, efficiency and productivity. Develop best practices and SOP's for all aspects of design, including but not limited to 2D and 3D templates, modelling practices and naming nomenclature.


• Participate in PDM / data management meetings to create and optimize PDM processes, ERP interaction, cross departmental processes, check-in and release process etc. Provide recommendations to management with respect of opportunities for improvement.


• Some local and international travel maybe required.

Education & Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma. Engineering technologist diploma or CAD technologist diploma would be considered an asset


• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant drawing experience, specifically using 3D CAD software (Solidworks, SolidEdge, ProE, Catia, Mechanical Desktop, etc.) to create drawings for use in a manufacturing environment. Experience creating illustrations for technical manuals or literature would be considered an asset


• Must have knowledge and some practical experience of material and manufacturing processes. Some \"hands on\" mechanical or fabrication experience would be an asset


• Must have experience with tool and die machinery such as Vertical Mills, Radial drills, lathes, surface grinders. Welding experience and CNC experience an asset


• CSWA (Certified SolidWorks Associate), or willingness to achieve this requirement during 75 day onboarding process. CSWPA – drawing tools (Certified SolidWorks Professional) would be considered an asset in this position


• Experience using SolidWorks (or demonstrated experience with equivalent 3D software and willingness to learn Solidworks) and MS office is required

Specialized Skills

• Demonstrated technical aptitude


• Geometrical tolerance an asset


• Machining experience an asset


• Metallurgy knowledge to select proper material for each application.


• Superior attention to detail when creating drawings to accurately define critical inspection areas and component specifications


• Technically minded, creative/innovative, detail oriented, flexible, team player, independent thinker, goal oriented

At Napoleon, we believe in creating an environment where our Associates can thrive personally and professionally. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage – 100% of premiums paid by the Company!


• Long Term Disability Protection


• Well‑being support programs and virtual medical visits


• Employee & Family Assistance Program for mental health and well‑being (EAP)


• Training Allowance and continuous learning opportunities and programs


• Leadership development and mentorship programs


• Clear pathways for advancement

Culture & Community

• Appreciation events, raffles, and team building activities


• Napoleon Cares – A fund sponsored by Associates to help Associates in times of need


• Competitive total compensation package, inclusive of bonus opportunity


• Retirement savings plan with matching Company contributions (RRSP/DPSP)


• Exclusive Associate discounts on our award‑winning products

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. This may include functions such as resume parsing, candidate ranking, or initial screening. These tools do not make final hiring decisions but may assist Talent Acquisition in evaluating applications. AI tools used may include systems based on algorithms, statistical models, or machine learning.

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks