Product design Jobs in Old toronto, ON

Take your Career to the next Level with MEVOTECH. We are constantly challenging the status quo and raising the bar allowing employees to make an impact within the company. Mevotech is a trusted North American aftermarket auto parts leader that specializes in the engineering, design and distribution of driveline, steering and suspension parts (branded and private label). Fueled by innovation, our brands feature engineering improvements for maximum durability and performance, as well as time and labor-saving enhancements that drive bay efficiencies and increase shop revenues. Our in-house engineering team always has the Professional Technician in mind, and we are continuously optimizing part design for durability and ease of installation. With over 600 Canadian and U.S. team members, we can attribute our continued success to the passion, spirit and dedication of our employees. Mevotech was recognized with a Canada’s Best Managed Companies award in 2023 and 2024 for its industry-leading performance, global business practices, and sustained growth. Check out our career website to learn about our amazing culture and our commitment to employee wellness and engagement. https : / / www.mevotech.com / about-us / careers / JOB PURPOSE Directly reporting into the Manager, Product Development, the Lead Product Design Engineer (Control Arms / Chassis) is accountable for the design, engineering, and development of the Control Arm / Chassis product line. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Product Development & Management : Lead the ongoing development of NPIs for the control arm / chassis product line. Develop detailed specifications, drawings, testing, and validation plans for control arms / chassis product. Investigate and develop component specifications, standards, and best practices. Assess new technologies / designs and make recommendations based on scientific principles and test data for the control arm / chassis product line. Review design changes to determine impact to functional performance and compliance with internal engineering standards. Execute implementation of new designs and / or standards with manufacturers. Consult and evaluate suppliers on the manufacturing processes used in the production of control arm, chassis, and relevant components. Investigate new approaches to differentiate products internally and externally. Perform and manage benchmarking to competitors for control arm / chassis product line. Prepare and update DFMEA, DVP and engineering standards. Assess and onboard new manufacturers to engineering standards and best practices. Quality Management : Root cause analysis to upgrade the current product. Re-evaluate products and identify opportunities for improvement. Review and compile testing data to quantify improvements that have been made to various designs. Provide support on resolving any product quality or manufacturing issues with manufacturers. Departmental Development : On-boarding and training new team members. Guide and develop team’s technical abilities. Review identified errors [things went wrong / things went right] and guide team. Document and upgrade current engineering specifications and standards. Contribute to Mevotech engineering standards and process improvement initiatives. Collaborate with peers on research projects providing guidance and support. Partner with Marketing & Sales on the creation of marketing / sales content and presentations. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in engineering 7+ years work experience in an automotive engineering environment specializing in suspension component design & manufacturing. Must be a team player and detail oriented. Analytical, problem solving, and project management skills. Proven ability to build effective business relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience in leading and driving the automotive component development programs. Extensive knowledge in Autodesk Mechanical, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD or similar 2D & 3D CAD systems. Proven experience in development of automotive components with the sheet metal, weldments, casting, and forging manufacturing processes. Experience in development of spherical joint components and assemblies. Experience and knowledge in design and development of rubber automotive components and rubber injection moulding manufacturing processes. Knowledge of automotive suspension component SAE testing standards. Knowledge of GD&T as per ASME Y14.5. Experience in developing product DFMEAs & DVP&Rs. Knowledge of Mechanical Testing (Hardness, Metallurgy, Tensile). Proven experience with APQP. Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) experience is an asset. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is an asset. Experience in Project Management and managing multiple projects at the same time. Demonstrated technical ability to initiate, direct and control projects. Experience in evaluating & auditing suppliers is an asset. Able to interpret and create technical drawings. Diversity & Inclusion At Mevotech, diversity goes beyond demographics. We embrace unique perspectives and voices in our culture. We actively seek out different viewpoints and incorporate them into our organization. Accessibility Accommodations Mevotech provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know, and we'll work with you to meet your needs. Powered by JazzHR