R&D Engineering Technologist - Digital Paint

Who We Are

Trusscoreis a material science company for sustainable building materials. We are revolutionizing the way people build, with the ultimate vision of creating a market leading, sustainable, branded, true painted-drywall-alternative. Trusscore invests heavily in R&D to discover breakthroughs in materials and manufacturing processes, advancing the state-of-the-art in science and technology along the way.

Become part of a passionate, innovative team focused on reshaping the future of building materials. We offer a dynamic, flexible work environment, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the chance to make a tangible impact in an established, fast-growing company with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

Your Mission

Trusscore is seekinga talentedteam memberto help us introduce to the world new architectural innovations for building products.As part of a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary R&D team, your mission isto helpprogressthe technology and installation methodology forTrusscoresDigital Paint. You will bring to lifeanew technologythat instantly and digitally changes the colour of walls and ceilings- without the need for painting: https://trusscore.com/material-science/digital-paint.html

You will build concept-level prototypes of the Digital Paint technology and develop robust installation methods for contractors and homeowners. You will also collaborate with the R&D team to build laboratory test fixtures.Support the scale-up of Digital Paint from laboratory development to manufacturing. Your work will be instrumental in productizing the technology and bringing it successfully to market.

This role combines hands-on execution with collaborative problem-solving. You will apply your experience building, repairing, designing, renovating, andmaintainingcustom equipment and structures.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma orBachelor'sDegree in Engineering Technology(e.g. Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials), Materials Science or a related technical field.

• Experience building,modifying, andmaintainingmechanical test fixtures or prototypes.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting and fabrication skills.

• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and general shop equipment.

• Experience with home construction/renovation

• Familiarity with laboratory practices and safe handling of materials and chemicals.

• Basic understanding of materials science

• Basic electronics/electrical wiringknowledge.

• Experience with CAD software and digital fabrication equipment (e.g., CNC laser cutters, 3D printers).

• Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.

• Comfortable performing light to moderate physical work in a laboratory and workshop environment.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop installation methods and procedures for Digital Paint.

• Design, fabricate, andmaintainR&D demonstration systems and testing rigs.

• Assistwith the development, installation, and mechanical testing of Digital Paint technologies.

• Build and assemble laboratory test fixtures and prototype equipment.

• Learn and apply relevantNorth American building and electrical codesto the design of the Digital Paint product.

• Support manufacturing scale-up trials for Digital Paint.

• Support laboratory maintenance, facility improvements, and equipment upgrades.

• Operate andmaintainfabrication equipment, including CNC laser cutters and 3D printers.

• Collaborate with project and product managers, printed electronics architects, materials scientists, and hardware designers to evaluate trade-offs, make technical decisions, and support the product roadmap for Digital Paint.

• Collaborate with the Electronics Engineer to select and design custom connectors that integrate conventional electronics with the Digital Paint film.

Nice to haves

• Soldering andcomponentassembly.
• CAD modeling proficiency.
  

Work Location: Trusscore, Communitech Hub, Kitchener, Ontario

• 4 days in R&D Lab/Office per week,1 daywork from homeper week
• Occasional travel may berequiredto support offsite activities with third party vendors, contractors, other Trusscore facilities, or for other business reasons

Compensation

$70,000 - $80,000/year salary

Benefits that start on on day 1!

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