Job Description

If you are a talented and experienced Mechanical Systems & Product Development Engineer, Aplin has the right opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Montreal, Quebec!
System & Product Design

• Develop system architecture for chillers and electrified heating units, with a focus on performance, efficiency, cost, and reliability.
• Apply HVAC and refrigeration expertise to design and optimize system layouts, components, and piping.
• Perform thermodynamic, fluid flow, and heat transfer analyses to validate and refine system designs.
• Select and size key components-including compressors, evaporators, condensers, fans, pumps, expansion valves, sensors, and heat exchangers-to meet project requirements and applicable codes.
• Ensure effective integration of mechanical systems with electrical and control systems.

Prototyping, Testing & Validation

• Lead prototype development, assembly, and validation activities.
• Conduct and analyze performance testing related to efficiency, capacity, sound, and heating and cooling performance.
• Troubleshoot design and system issues through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Support laboratory and field testing to ensure compliance with global regulatory and safety standards.
• Drive energy-efficient and electrification-focused solutions aligned with sustainability objectives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with electrical engineers, controls teams, and project managers to deliver fully integrated system designs.
• Coordinate with suppliers and international stakeholders to ensure design quality, cost feasibility, and on-time delivery.
• Provide technical support to production, sales, and field service teams as needed.
• Support the development of technical documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), test reports, and performance data sheets.

Compliance & Customer Focus

• Ensure product designs meet defined project requirements and applicable standards.
• Incorporate customer needs and market feedback into ongoing design improvements.
• Prepare technical presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in HVAC, chiller, or refrigeration product or system development.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, refrigeration, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• Hands-on experience with system design, prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards such as UL, CE, ASHRAE, ANSI, and ASME.
• Experience working in cross-functional environments involving mechanical, electrical, and controls teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global, cross-functional environment.

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

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