Job Description

As a Mechanical Designer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team whose primary mission is to design or improve hardware components (controllers, actuators, accessories and tooling) used in the development of our robotic solutions. You will be responsible for completing the design or improvement projects assigned to you, ensuring that the requirements of the specifications are met in accordance with Kinova's product development process.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES


Design, organize, plan and execute activities related to the improvement and mechanical development of various robotic arm modules assigned to you; Support and develop assembly jigs and fixtures; Write assembly sequences for the production team; Perform simulations and mechanical analyses for the various systems developed; Perform testing and validation of mechanical/electromechanical systems; Document design, analysis and investigations to support product development and improvement.


POSITION REQUIREMENTS


Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; Minimum 5 years experience in a company; Mastery of design software (Solidworks); Experience with the application of DFM & DFT concepts in design; Excellent interpersonal skills; Leadership, autonomy, resourcefulness and proactivity; Fluency in French and English (oral and written); Member of the Ordre des Ingenieurs du Quebec.


ASSETS

Experience in robotics and/or the medical field; Experience with Scrum methodology; Knowledge of quality management principles and methodologies (ISO 13485); Experience with one or more of the following standards: IEC 60601, IEC 60204, ISO 13849 and UL1740; Experience in C, C++, Python programming.


WHAT WE OFFER



Remote work (according to job type); Competitive salaries; Group RRSP with employer contribution; Group insurance paid at 50% by Kinova; Up to 4 weeks of vacation; Personal days off in addition to vacation; Snacks, coffee, and fresh fruit at all times; A dedicated and great work team; A state-of-the-art environment; A company culture focused on the development of each individual; Free parking; Electric vehicle charging stations; Regular social and sporting events; And much more, but you'll have to meet us to learn more...


Kinova is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment for all and acting in discrimination against people on the basis of gender, nationality, minority status, or disability. As such, Kinova provides accommodation at all stages of the recruitment process and will treat all information relating to your health in a confidential and without prejudice. Please note that access to our interview rooms and our office spaces already meets universal accessibility standards. For more information about our Diversity and Inclusion Policy or for any interview accommodation requests, please contact emploi@kinova.ca.