Now Hiring: Product Development Designer
Location: Ontario, Canada
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary: $65,000 – $80,000 (based on experience)

We're recruiting on behalf of our client—a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of high-quality fabric structures. Their innovative solutions protect critical assets and meet diverse operational and storage needs worldwide. Join a company that blends cutting-edge design with practical performance.

Position Overview

As a Product Development Designer, you will play a key role in designing and developing component parts and assemblies across the entire product line. You'll collaborate closely with the Product Development Manager and engineering team to drive innovation and continuous improvement in the fabric building industry.

This role involves hands-on design work, prototyping, market research, and producing detailed manufacturing drawings that meet both performance and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design new components and assemblies; produce detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings.

• Assist in the development of prototypes and testing procedures.

• Conduct market and product research to support design decisions.

• Collaborate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and installation teams to determine product requirements.

• Support the resolution of production and field challenges through thoughtful design changes.

• Implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and revisions to existing product designs.

• Lead and participate in design review meetings and cross-functional project discussions.

• Ensure compliance with company drawing standards, welding symbols, and fabrication procedures.

• Contribute to engineering analyses and documentation, including supporting calculations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of product design experience, preferably focused on new product development.

• Proficient in SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.

• Strong understanding of part design, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements.

• Familiarity with machining, welding, and fabrication processes.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment and designing for manufacturability (DFM).

• Practical knowledge of drafting standards, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings.

• Experience with FEA simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS) is an asset.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.

• Post-secondary education in engineering design, drafting, or a related technical field—or equivalent work experience.

Why Join?

• Competitive compensation package

• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team

• Work on industry-leading products with global impact

• Direct hire with growth opportunities

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to quality and innovation in structural solutions.

TriMech Services is an engineering resource provider specializing in the placement of qualified technical candidates for both temporary and direct hire opportunities. TriMech Services offers a unique approach to matching the specialized skill sets of our candidates to our clients engineering specific requirements. For more information, please visit our website at https://staffing.trimech.com/job/

Company DescriptionTriMech Services specializes in the placement of qualified technical candidates for both temporary and direct hire opportunities. TriMech Services offers a unique approach to matching the specialized skill sets of our candidates specific industries.Company DescriptionTriMech Services specializes in the placement of qualified technical candidates for both temporary and direct hire opportunities. TriMech Services offers a unique approach to matching the specialized skill sets of our candidates specific industries.