Product Engineering Associate

ID  264619
Location  Guelph, ON Canada
Schedule  Mon-Fri; 8:00am-4:30pm
 

The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of the Melitron Corporation Engineering Team. Reporting to the Product Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will support the engineering management of existing products, with a primary focus on engineering changes, product improvements, design validation, manufacturing support, and lifecycle management.

The Product Engineering Associate will evaluate, coordinate, test and implement design changes to improve product quality, manufacturability, cost, reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction. This role is ideal for an early-career professional who enjoys problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and developing practical engineering solutions within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Engineering Change Management

• Lead the evaluation, documentation, and implementation of Engineering Change Notices (“ECNs”)
• Maintain product configurations, Bills of Materials, drawings, specifications, and related engineering documentation
• Direct and coordinate engineering interns in support of ECNs
• Assess the impact of proposed product changes on manufacturing, quality, inventory, suppliers, and customers
• Create detailed 3D models, drawings, and specifications using SolidWorks
• Translate customer and internal requirements into component‑level design criteria

Product Validation & Testing

• Support evaluation of prototypes to validate fit, function, manufacturability, durability, and safety
• Coordinate prototype build plans and lab testing activities
• Document test results and provide recommendations for implementation

Manufacturing Integration

• Provide DFM/A (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) input to ensure manufacturability using sheet metal fabrication techniques
• Work closely with production teams to ensure a smooth transition from design to manufacturing

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Sales, and suppliers to align product goals
• Present product proposals, design updates, and technical recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or similar program from an accredited post-secondary institution
• 1-3 years’ experience in product development or manufacturing engineering, ideally in display-based product design or metal fabrication.
• Co-op, internships or relevant experience will be considered
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, preferably CSWA certified
• Understanding of sheet metal design and fabrication processes and basic hand-tools
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/A principles
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional environment
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency with MS Office
• Experience with 3D printing is considered an asset
• Experience with ERP, PLM, or document control systems is considered an asset
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 is considered an asset

We thank you for your interest in working for Melitron.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Melitron is an equal employment opportunity employer.  If you require a specific accommodation, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process.