Applications Engineer

Active Dynamics is a progressive OEM supplier that designs, tests, and manufactures unique solutions for multiple systems and multiple industries. This full‑service, end‑to‑end capabilities are paired with a collaborative, creative approach, global reach, and agile structure to offer real‑world benefits in terms of turnaround time, cost, service, and customization. We’re always growing, evolving, and finding new ways to bring meaningful value to our customers and partners.

As a world leader in the design and manufacturing industry, Active Dynamics is seeking an eager and enthusiastic experienced Applications Engineer to join our successful Toronto team! We are looking for a talent with solid professional skills in the manufacturing industry who can provide superb work experience. This posting is for an existing, immediate vacancy. This position is responsible for engineering oversight of product, service, and technical communications or deliverables for our customers, with a focus on customer‑driven NPI projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Understanding of application, vehicle lines, technological advancements, problem statements and requirements (customer / regulatory / industry competitiveness, etc.)

Lead technical communication & coordination over the course of a project, including product evaluation, testing / measurement to quantify design targets, etc., while working with support staff of specialists in Design, Analysis, Testing and Sales

Determine & recommend solutions based on available product & technologies or tailored solutions, material standards, and DFM standards

Select purchase parts and work with suppliers as needed

Utilize Engineering calculators and light FEA tools (e.g., stress) and CFD (e.g., back pressure & surface temperature) via ANSYS

Coordinate with Central Development in Toronto for advanced Engineering and India Design Center for completion of models & drawings by marking up prints for technical / manufacturing requirements, including ECN, using PTC Windchill and Creo View

Responsible for released print and PFD being feasible, manufacturable, and equal / tighter than customer print

Create preliminary PFD and handover to ME through Launch

Collaborate directly with external customer engineers, suppliers and internal sales, costing, manufacturing and quality teams on pre‑sale projects, new awards through NPI process, and production support as needed

Build strong engineering relationships with customers through technical leadership & communication

Define & support development of technical solutions focused on acoustics, thermals, fluids / power, and durability

Consider manufacturability, measurability, materials, GD&T, and requirements for performance, durability and product compliance

Use Creo Parametric to design and model complete exhaust systems including design modifications for DFM, integration of AEC standard products, and implementing AEC directed design solutions into customer application

Coordinate testing and validation of product at customer location or at AEC

Understand our market, customers, competition, technological advancements in our industry towards generating proposals, business cases and strategies towards sustainable product development

Lead cross‑functional team in the development of continuous improvement activities of existing products within the organization

Support business process through conception, development, prototype / validation, bringing to market & production launch

Some travel will be required.

Educational Requirement

Mechanical Engineering Degree from an accredited university.

Qualifications and Experience

≥5 years’ experience in Mechanical Engineering.

≥5 years’ experience in a related industry.

Software : Experience with CAE & CAD.

Understanding of ASME Y14.5 – 2009, welding and metal forming processes.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and vacation packages based on current industry norms.

Group health benefits.

RRSP matching.

Advancement opportunities and lateral movement based on personal interest and qualification.

Our team includes members with a wide diversity of cultural and technical backgrounds, ages, and experiences. We understand that your work at Active should support you no matter your current situation, and we offer several benefits to ensure that your work is fulfilling while respecting your work‑life balance.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To be considered, candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

If you are interested in applying, please send us your resume demonstrating your qualifications, skills, and experience.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Active is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, cultural or national background, marital status, disability status, and any other basis protected by Ontario law.

Under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Active Dynamics provides accommodation support throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

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