Mechanical Engineer

Our Client

Nfinite Nanotechnology Inc. is a venture-backed Waterloo-based start-up specializing in developing advanced materials. They are leading the charge to tackle plastic waste globally through our pioneering nanocoating solutions for sustainable packaging at a scale and speed never seen before in the market.

Their mission is to save the planet by making all packaging recyclable and compostable.

Position Overview

We are recruiting a passionate and experienced Mechanical Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and is keenly interested in prototyping, machine design, and manufacturing.

This individual possesses a solid background in mechanical or mechatronics engineering, evidenced by a Bachelor of Science degree or a technical diploma in these fields.

They bring at least 2-3 years of industry experience to the table, during which they have honed their skills in designing, building, and implementing features on high-speed machinery and heavy machine assembly.

• Build prototypes and testing platforms that function with efficiency and simplicity to support the development of Nfinite’s coating systems.
• Build a high-precision, high-speed machine that runs reliably and efficiently, easily manufactured, assembled, and maintained with Nfinite’s engineering team.
• Implement additional features on Nfinite’s roll-to-roll machines.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and scientists to identify and rectify issues related to Nfinite’s systems from testing and user feedback.
• Use a first-principles approach to break complex engineering problems down to the fundamentals and create the best yet simple solutions.
• Push the boundary of machine design to develop the highest-performance nanocoating system for mass production on the market.
• Create and maintain documents such as assembly drawings, BOM, user requirements and SOPs.

Position Requirments

• Willing to relocate to Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
• 2-3 years of industry hands-on experience working as a mechanical engineer.
• Bachelor of Science degree or technical diploma in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Eligible to register or are registered at Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as an EIT or P.Eng.
• Demonstrated prototyping skills using limited resources to produce creative and innovative solutions.
• Knowledgeable in fluid dynamics, simulation, design for manufacturing, design for assembly, and manufacturing techniques, such as sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, machining, laser cutting, metalworking, casting, powder metallurgy, etc.
• Familiar with heavy machine design, assembly, and manufacturing.
• Ability to own a project that brings all components of an electromechanical system from conception to life through brainstorming, designing, sourcing, prototyping, building, testing, validating, iterating, and integrating.
• Comfortable using 3D CAD software, such as OnShape (preferred), SolidWorks, NX and Catia, to design components, produce drawings, and build assemblies.
• Thrive in working with a lean team in a fast-paced start-up environment with experience building initiatives or projects from scratch.
• Exhibit communication skills through written, verbal, and graphical presentation techniques.
• Driven to execute and create results with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities effectively.
• Can embrace the undefined path and navigate through complexities with an exploratory and creative mindset to identify new and innovative solutions.
• Inquisitive and stay on top of best practices and trends in engineering and manufacturing.

Bonus for :

• Experience with full product development cycle, program management, change order controls, Esupplier industrialization engineering and product lifecycle management.
• Familiar with microcontrollers and PLC systems.
• Experience with system / equipment scaling for mass production and roll-to-roll web handling manufacturing process.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Nfinite Nanotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against job applicants based on their race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or age.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Nfinite is dedicated to creating a workplace that values and respects each team member’s uniqueness, fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and mutual respect.