Job 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.

Title:

Production Designer - Grills/Hearth

Reports to:

Assistant Manager Production Engineering

Location:

214 Bayview Drive / 9 Napoleon Road, Barrie (hybrid)

Job Purpose:

The Production Designer develops, improves, and supports Napoleon products by applying sound engineering and design principles to create accurate, manufacturable CAD models, components, and assemblies. The role ensures products meet performance, quality, safety, and cost requirements while supporting production readiness, resolving design-related issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, the Production Designer leads and contributes to design-driven VAVE initiatives to identify cost-reduction opportunities and implement changes that enhance product value without compromising customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Develop new product designs and update existing ones using SolidWorks. Create accurate 2D/3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings that meet manufacturability, safety, quality, and cost requirements. Lead and support design-driven VAVE projects. Identify cost-saving opportunities, evaluate feasibility, develop design solutions, and coordinate implementation without compromising product performance or customer value. Build, measure, and evaluate prototypes and pre-production samples. Support validation testing, analyze results, document findings, and recommend design changes based on performance and compliance requirements. Lead projects and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment across cross-functional teams. Facilitate meetings, track action items, and ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved. Work closely with Production Coordinators for proper documentation and tracking. Work with Purchasing, suppliers, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality to develop concepts, review manufacturability, confirm tooling readiness, and support PPAP/PQV activities. Align designs with sourcing and production needs. Manage design tasks, schedules, ECO-related updates, VAVE project documentation, and CAD database accuracy. Ensure project timelines, deliverables, and change records are completed and communicated effectively. Problem-solve with line associates, QA personnel and R&D associates. Collaborate with Production, Quality, and PD&T teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues. Perform root-cause analysis, resolve design-related concerns, and support smooth production launches and engineering changes.

Education and Experience:

College Diploma or University Degree in a related discipline (e.g., Engineering Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design) or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. 5+ years of experience in product design, engineering, or manufacturing; experience leading design-related VAVE or cost-reduction projects is highly desirable. CSWA / CSWP, PMP / CAPM is considered an asset. Proficient in SolidWorks, PLM software and CAD data management systems. Strong knowledge of materials, component selection, and manufacturing processes. Experience with design for manufacturability, including stamping, forming, die casting, and injection molding. Skilled in manufacturing, assembly, and production support processes. Mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to analyze and troubleshoot design issues. Proven ability to lead design-related VAVE projects: generating cost-saving ideas, developing solutions, coordinating cross-functional teams, and implementing improvements.

Project Management Skills:

Expert in project planning/execution methodologies. Proficient in risk management, cost control, scheduling, resource planning, and coordination across sites (domestic & international). Strong ability to work under strict timelines with attention to detail and ability to fast track projects. Experience leading cross-functional teams through product lifecycle phases (design ? launch). Familiarity with ERP (MS Dynamics or other) and production readiness requirements (e.g., PPAP, 1st-offs).

Interpersonal Skills:

Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to align diverse functional teams. High accountability, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
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:

Benefits, Health, Well-being & Support

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)

Career Growth & Development

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

Financial Security

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00-$85,800.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Store discount Tuition reimbursement Vision care Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barrie, ON