Job Description

As our new Mechanical Design Engineer, your primary goal is to design, build and test mechanical components for our Extract Energy heat engine solution. We're looking for someone who can truly own their projects and carry them independently all the way through design, prototyping, testing, and production.



Specifically, we're looking for someone with experience in powertrain design, structural design, mechanical power transmission and related design for manufacturing and assembly.



You will have the freedom to work on your projects independently, while being responsive to the iterative nature of the work and communicating effectively with rest of the team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, build, and test everything mechanical, from miniature devices to larger machines, incorporating programmable shape memory alloy technology Develop and execute verification and validation activities including test plans and building equipment Support procurement and commissioning of automation, mechanical, and manufacturing equipment for both rapid prototyping and production Support marketing, business development, production, quality, and research and development efforts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and work experience Minimum of 4-5 years of related product development/manufacturing experience in a mechanical design role Experience in structural design, powertrain design, mechanical power transmission and related design for manufacturing & assembly Experience with rapid iteration and prototyping Advanced proficiency in 3D design tools such as AutoDesk suite (Inventor, Fusion), SolidWorks, etc. Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles and DFM/A Strong knowledge of thermomechanical FEA, and experience using FEA software (Inventor FEA/Nastran, Comsol or Ansys etc.) Good knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Good understanding of fluid dynamics Strong knowledge of heat transfer, and thermodynamics Experience with machine design Background in materials science with experience in shape memory alloys Experience in an agile research and development environment Experience with laser processing and advanced manufacturing

WHAT WE OFFER

A full-time, permanent position working in a state-of-the-art facility Flexible work schedule (40 hrs/week) with core hours between 10:00am - 3:30pm Competitive salary, commensurate with experience Extended Health Benefit package Opportunities for professional development

ABOUT SMARTER ALLOYS

Smarter Alloys is at the forefront of the smart materials revolution. With applications ranging from wearable technology to medical devices, our technology can be found across a wide range of industries, including medical/dental, automotive, energy harvesting, consumer electronics and sporting goods.



We are an innovative and fast-moving company that is on the cutting edge of smart materials. We have aggressive growth goals and are looking for someone who can help us get there!



We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities.



Smarter Alloys | Cambridge, ON | www.smarteralloys.com