Mechanical Engineer (6 month Contract)

Hybrid Role (3 days a week in Oakville Office)

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer (Contract) to support the design and development of mechanical sub-systems. This role will lead the mechanical development efforts from concept through design freeze, including 3D CAD design, simulation, prototyping, design-for-manufacturing, and supplier tooling readiness. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SolidWorks, plastic part design, mechanical simulations, and electromechanical integration for medical or consumer products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3D CAD Development: Create and manage SolidWorks 3D models/ePDM of enclosures, assemblies, and components including electronics integration, and cabling interfaces.
• 2D Drawings & Documentation: Generate detailed 2D engineering drawings, including GD&T, for prototype and production release.
• Simulation & Analysis: Conduct mold flow analysis, static stress simulations, and tolerance stack-ups to ensure design feasibility and robustness.
• Design for Assembly & Manufacturability (DFA/DFM): Optimize part design for injection molding, efficient assembly, and serviceability.
• Prototyping: Plan, and execute rapid prototyping cycles across Proof-of-Concept to Pilot phases.
• Root Cause & Reliability: Support product reliability testing, failure analysis and design corrective actions.
• Project Execution: Manage daily engineering tasks in support of project schedule, reporting progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Vendor Engagement: Collaborate with suppliers to support plastic injection molding, cable assemblies, and first article inspections.
• Cross-Disciplinary Integration: Work closely with Electrical, System Engineering, project management, and supply chain teams to meet product performance, costs, and timing targets

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 -10 years of product development experience in electromechanical medical devices or consumer electronics.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills including assemblies, part design, and ePDM.
• Hands-on experience with molded plastics, mechanical simulations, tolerance analysis, and various mechanical prototyping techniques/technologies.
• Strong knowledge of DFM, DFA, and design for reliability practices.
• Knowledge of cable routing, strain relief design, and connector design.
• Excellent technical communication and documentation skills.
• Experience working with global vendors and supporting tooling design reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deliverables across a multi-phase prototype phases.
• Must be on-site minimum 3 days a week.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing wearables, mobile, or portable devices.
• Familiar with compliance standards is a plus. (E.g. IEC 60601-1, or similar)
• Familiarity with dFMEA, pFMEA and manufacturing quality control plans.

EEO Statement: Natus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Accessibility: Natus is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts (AODA) and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards set out in the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources Department.