Product Designer I

We are seeking a Mechanical Product Designer I to join our Opto-Mechanical (SMECH) team to help design and deliver innovative 3D machine vision solutions.

This role requires a proactive engineer who can seamlessly execute tasks within larger projects, applying their technical skills to solve complex challenges under the guidance of senior team members.

Design & Development: Assist in designing, developing, and testing mechanical and opto-mechanical components for high-performance 3D sensor products.

Data-Driven Analysis: Support the team by applying statistical analysis (such as Lean Six Sigma concepts) to sensor data from builds to help assess adherence to design requirements.

Task Execution: Run down assigned tasks for larger projects, asking insightful questions to clarify requirements and maintain the highest standard of work quality.

Proactive Problem-Solving: Actively identify technical obstacles during your tasks and collaborate with senior engineers to research, test, and propose alternative solutions.

Technical Documentation: Create and maintain all necessary technical documentation, including detailed 3D CAD models (SolidWorks), 2D fabrication drawings (GD&T), bill of materials (BOMs), and test reports.

Collaboration & Improvement: Actively participate in peer design reviews to learn, receive constructive feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and Qualifications (Must-haves) Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly equivalent technical degree.

Co-op, internship, or entry-level product design experience in a high-technology manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) for part and assembly modeling.

Basic understanding of statistical analysis for decision-making (e.g., Lean Six Sigma concepts, SPC, DOE, or analyzing build data).

A self-driven and passionate mindset with a strong motivation to meet goals accurately and on time.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments.

Bonus Points (Significant Advantages) Academic exposure, internship experience, or strong knowledge of 3D metrology, machine vision, robotics, or precision sensor design.

Exposure to or coursework involving opto-mechanical design, precision lens mounting, or the integration of optical components.

Familiarity with scripting languages (like Python) for data analysis or task automation.

Registration or eligibility to register as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).

Familiarity with project management software tools to help maintain and track task completion status.

Exposure to AI-driven engineering tools (such as generative design features in 3D CAD) or productivity tools (like large language models for scripting, data analysis, or task automation) to enhance workflows. Salary Range : $62,100 CAD to $88,578 CAD + Eligibility for Profit Sharing Program Participation (pending successful completion of probationary period and based on business performance) Perks and Benefits Health Benefits : Full health care coverage (with 100% paid premiums) including dental, vision, and drugs for you and your family.

Work-Life Balance : We support a healthy balance with hybrid work arrangements, flextime, and competitive paid time off.

Growth & Development : An annual Education Support Program for training and professional growth, plus annual performance reviews.

Enjoy free snacks and drinks, team-building events, tenure awards, and our official "May the 4th" (Star Wars Day) company holiday!

Access to an on-site fitness facility, tennis/basketball court, and company-wide wellness initiatives This is a hybrid position based out of our Burnaby, BC headquarters.

To support our collaborative model, preference will be given to local candidates that are able to work in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Please note that financial relocation assistance and immigration sponsorship are not available for this position Our Recruitment Process We believe in a transparent and collaborative hiring journey.

Our goal is to ensure you are as excited about us as we are about you.

Below is the typical path (can vary by position): Talent Discovery (Human Resources) : An initial screening call focused on your professional background, language and communication proficiency, and cultural alignment with the team as well as overview of role and company.

Role Fit (Hiring Manager) : A deep dive into your experience, knowledge and skills as well as sharing of role expectations and team initiatives.

Team Fit (Peers and Colleagues) : An opportunity to meet with potential team members and/or cross-functional peers to discuss your experience/background and their experience and work at LMI.

Assessment : Some roles may entail a technical assessment to further discover your technical capabilities and skills.

About LMI Technologies We are recognized as one of Canada's Great Workplaces and a global leader in industrial vision.

LMI is a medium-sized technology company built on a culture of openness, respect and engineering excellence.

At LMI, our teams work collaboratively toward the shared goal of designing and delivering innovative 3D and 2D machine vision solutions to OEMs and System Integrators operating in industrial factory automation worldwide.

The result of this collaboration is high-performance, easy-to-deploy, and cost-effective vision technologies that deliver consistent results in even the most demanding inline inspection applications today worldwide reliably.

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