Design Engineer
The Design Engineer is responsible for developing and designing non-destructive excavation equipment, including creating CAD models and FEA simulations. They will also research new product opportunities, create prototypes, and ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.
- On-site
- Red Deer, AB
- Posted Jul 6, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
The Design Engineer is accountable for the development and design of non-destructive excavation equipment. Responsibilities will include the preparation of CAD models, FEA simulations, manufacturing drawings, working closely with manufacturing, and ensuring designs conform to applicable standards and regulations. Badger is a safety-oriented company, and it is important to use this to help develop a competitive advantage and raise the standards of the industry. The compensation for this role will be commensurate based on education and/or experience. What You'll Be Doing: * Develops and executes a 1-year business plan ensuring alignment with the overall corporate strategic plan and the immediate manager’s business plan. * Designs manufacturing processes and products with various criteria in mind, including cost-effectiveness, user experience, and environmental standards. * Research opportunities for new products and systems, then create prototypes. * Sets individual initiatives for performance and deadlines supporting Badger’s manufacturing goals. * Ensures compliance with Badgers' safety policies, regulations and high service standards. * Develops and prepares engineering drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, performs engineering calculations, specification sheets and CAD models. What You'll Need For Success: * Education: Mechanical Engineering Degree from an accredited University or Institute. * Registered as a Professional Engineer or EIT with APEGA. * 5+ years of design engineering experience. * 3D CAD experience, including standardized drafting practices (Solidworks preferred); experience with PDM CAD server would be beneficial but not required. * Strong working knowledge of common software packages (MS Office, Acrobat, etc.). * The role requires mobility within work environments, use of office equipment, lifting up to 20 pounds, clear vision and hearing, effective communication skills, and occasional travel for meetings and training sessions. What You'll Get In Return: * Generous pay and bonus program(s) * Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Retirement plan with employer matching contributions * Attractive vacation programs * Inclusive Group Life insurance * Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Rewarding employee referral program * Valuable employee training program(s) Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992, Badger has been innovating cutting-edge technology and providing services to a diverse customer base, including oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as numerous government agencies within Canada and the United States. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Badger stronger. There has never been a better time to join and grow with Badger.
What you’ll do
The Design Engineer is responsible for developing and designing non-destructive excavation equipment, including creating CAD models and FEA simulations. They will also research new product opportunities, create prototypes, and ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Mechanical Engineering degree and be registered as a Professional Engineer or EIT with APEGA. A minimum of 5 years of design engineering experience and proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably Solidworks, is required.
Benefits
• Generous Pay • Bonus Program • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Retirement Plan With Employer Matching • Vacation Programs • Group Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee Referral Program • Employee Training Programs
Other relevant skills
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- CAD Modeling
- FEA Simulations
- Manufacturing Drawings
- Solidworks
- PDM CAD Server
- MS Office
- Engineering Calculations
- Prototype Development
- Standardized Drafting Practices
- Project Planning
Job areas
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Transportation
- Energy
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
