Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Designer
As a Mechanical Designer, you will create detailed mechanical designs for cosmetic displays using CAD software. You will develop innovative solutions for plastic injection molding and sheet metal fabrication, ensuring that designs meet aesthetic, functional, and manufacturability requirements. Responsibilities

• Utilize knowledge of plastic injection molding processes to design components that are cost-effective and manufacturable.
• Apply sheet metal fabrication techniques to create durable and visually appealing display structures.
• Conduct feasibility studies and material selection for new projects.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, production, and quality assurance to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve technical issues and optimize production processes.
• Implement design changes based on test results and feedback from stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation for production.
• Maintain accurate records of design iterations and project progress.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in mechanical design, specifically in plastic injection molding.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM).
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with DFMEA and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Background in product design/development.
• Experience in tooling and fixture design.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication.

Work Environment
This position is based in an office environment with an 8-5 pm shift. The engineer will have their own design station and will be required to spend time on the shop floor to interface with assembly and production staff. The work culture values creativity, ingenuity, and encourages experimentation and the pursuit of groundbreaking ideas. The environment is supportive and inclusive, with a focus on comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and work-life balance. Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scarborough, ON. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr. Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Scarborough,ON.
A propos d'Actalent:
Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d'ingenierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires a faire progresser leurs initiatives en matiere d'ingenierie et de science en leur donnant acces a des experts specialises qui favorisent la mise a l'echelle, l'innovation et la mise en marche rapide. Avec un reseau de pres de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux Etats-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d'un grand nombre d'entreprises du classement Fortune 500.
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About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.
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