**Job Title:**Mechatronics Design Engineer
**Location:**London ON Canada + potential travel to UK and USA
Hours: 40 hrs per week (Mon to Fri) based on-site
**Vacancy Type:**Full-time, Permanent
Salary:$90,000 - $110,000 CAD (subject to experience) + Bonuses + Benefits

Join Our Team as a Mechatronics Design Engineer at NP Aerospace!

Are you passionate about designing vehicle level electro-mechanical systems? NP Aerospace is looking for assistance with electrical system design for mobile platforms where an understanding of both AC and DC power generation and distribution is a must. In this new role, the ideal candidate will also have a good understanding of mechanical design aspects like 3D modelling, structural analysis, and the application of drawing standards.

As the Mechatronics Design Engineer with NP Aerospaces Canadian Engineering team, youll play a vital role in developing, producing, and implementing advanced protective products for a range of clients. In this role, youll contribute to the development of cutting-edge protection systems used by Canadas Military, your work will directly support those who protect and serve our country.

As part of our growing Canadian team, youll be involved in the full product development cyclefrom initial concept and design through prototyping, testing, production and ILS product development with a focus on product design and ensuring that logistic supportability considerations such as identifying safety, supportability and maintainability requirements are accounted for through its lifecycle.

This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in defence and protection technology. Join us and help shape the future of safety for Canadas Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies!

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BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonuses
• Benefits package starting day 1 (including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance)
• 2 - 3 weeks paid vacation (depending on experience), time to recharge between Christmas and New Year's, and 2 additional non-statutory days
• Strong growth potential
• Flexible working hours (subject to manager approval)

JOB DUTIES

• Electrical Design and Development: Design electrical circuits, power distribution systems, and control systems for mobile platforms.
• Generate schematics and assembly drawings for AC and DC circuits.
• Specify components and create TDP for electrical panels and wiring harnesses.
• Lead engineering efforts to source (or develop and test) EMI/EMC compliant components and systems.
• Mechanical Design and Development: Generate design concepts for new and next generation products, including, CAD, Material selection, defining processing parameters, tooling, and drafting to the departments standards and procedures.
• Interact with production and quality teams to investigate and obtain any necessary corrective action data.
• Support other areas of product design engineering, as required
• Technical support to the Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams for proposed designs.
• Undertake problem solving of design and product issues to resolve functional issues as they arise throughout the development and service life cycle.
• Support Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) efforts to ensure a sustainable support solution.
• Support Operations to ensure that components and assemblies can be manufactured effectively and efficiently
• Recognise the need for engineering change and raise engineering change requests as appropriate.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

CRITICAL OUTPUTS AND ACHIEVEMENT REQUIRED

• Successful delivery of concept designs and launch of new products, on time, to cost and on schedule
• Support first off and prototype builds.
• Creation, checking and reviewing of CAD concepts and detailed designs.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Degree or equivalent (i.e. diploma or experience) in Mechatronics Engineering or similar discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical design.
• Working knowledge of military vehicles and associated electrical systems and actuators.
• Experience working in a variety of operational environments in a relevant manufacturing industry.
• Experience working on design and development projects, inception to launch, within an engineer to order technical environment.
• Proficient with the use of 3D CAD modelling and design software.
• Familiar with the use of PLM software.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and design standards including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, ideally to automotive / defence requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team projects.
• Proficient user of MS office software.
• Familiar with configuration control and change management processes
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Obtained or the ability to obtain Reliability security clearance.

Desirable

• Experience in applying military EMI / EMC and electrical power standards (i.e. MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-1275) to product design and verification.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA22.1 / 22.2) and its application.
• Experienced in using PTC Creo and Windchill PDM.
• Expertise in the structural analysis of metallic components and welded assemblies.
• Tooling design & design for manufacturability.
• Experience using FEA software.

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, andour vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutionsthat solve our customers' complex challenges.Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedicationform the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the worlds largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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