About the role#
The Product Designer Co-op works with our mechanical and mechatronic engineering teams. You will focus on cost optimization, product development, and design enhancement for our machinery. This is a full-time, paid, on-site role for 3rd and 4th-year students.
What you'll do#
- Brainstorm and develop initial design concepts and product improvements for new and existing products.
- Create and update 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Select materials based on cost, manufacturing processes, and mechanical properties.
- Perform tests, hand calculations, and structural FEA studies.
- Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications and bills of materials.
- Participate in hands-on troubleshooting during the fabrication and assembly of prototypes.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and quality control teams to integrate designs into production.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Understanding of machine design fundamentals, mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
- Knowledge of structural FEA and dynamic simulation of machine components.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work within cross-functional teams.
- Mandatory submission of a cover letter, resume, and current transcript.
Location & details#
- Locations: Paris, Brant, Brantford, Cambridge, and Kitchener, Ontario.
- Work Modality: This is an on-site position. No remote or hybrid options are available.
- Transportation: The Paris location is not accessible by public transportation. Personal transportation is required for Paris and recommended for other sites to travel between plants and test sites.
- Compensation: Wages range from $26 to $29 per hour, based on your year of study. You will receive 6% vacation pay and a 30% discount at the Tigercat Outfitter's Store.
About Tigercat Industries
Tigercat Industries manufactures machinery for timber harvesting and material processing. The company produces industrial equipment built for heavy duty applications. It operates as a privately held business based in Brantford, Ontario. The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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