Company Values

It shall be the commitment of all company members to uphold our company values, our FACTORS of:

• Financial Responsibility
• Accountability
• Community Enrichment
• Team Players
• Ongoing Improvement
• Respect for Others
• Safety

What will you do?

Primary Accountabilities

• New and existing product design includes requirements analysis, design, validation, documentation & drawings, implementation, including ongoing manufacturing and sales support.
• Collect, interpret and action feedback to create and improve the product offering while maintaining the KingFisher brand.
• Hull and structural design of fabricated parts with related details and drawings.
• Mechanical systems design, electrical systems support as required.
• Integration of marine power systems on new and existing hulls.

Specific Accountabilities

• Design market leading components, subsystems, and products for the marine industry using SolidWorks and Draftsight.
• Prepare design documentation for new/existing components - drawings, engineering specifications, standard operating procedures, and test reports.
• Root cause and remedy product related production, quality, and supply issues as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs with focus on utilizing the ECR/ECN process.
• Analyze, develop, and implement appropriate design and/or manufacturing changes to improve product and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with external suppliers to develop/evaluate and implement outsourced components.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials.
• Ensure all boat models meet the necessary compliance requirements from NMMA, ABYC, Transport Canada and U.S. Coast Guard.
• Complete and process all compliance documentation as required.
• Maintain/stay aware of trends, changes, and updates to applicable industry regulatory bodies.
• Lead boat performance validation activities and provide suggestions for improvement for all new and updated models.
• Maintain performance data dashboard.
• Develop project plans, coordinate activities and report on project status.
• Support company annual Hi-5 goals.
• Always follow WorkSafeBC and KingFisher Boats safety policies and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Engineering Degree or Technologist Diploma.
• 7+ years related experience in a product engineering and design.
• 3+ years related experience in a marine design role (alternatively, other recreational product design will be considered)
• Project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with SolidWorks, PDM, Draftsight, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience and proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), an asset.
• Practical knowledge of production processes and shop equipment including sheet metal fabrication, welding, machining, and casting.
• Ability to collaborate with production staff to interpret issues and create effective solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required to communication with manufacturing personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Experience with ERP systems. (Infor Cloudsuite Industrial, an asset)
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction.
• Working knowledge with industry standards and safety regulations such as ABYC, Transport Canada, NMMA and US Coast Guard is a strong asset.

What’s in it for you?

• Year-round, full-time permanent mixed work environment.
• Working alongside a great team of talented individuals building a world-class product.
• Opportunities for advancement, including professional development.
• Family-owned company with annual family-friendly social events.
• Competitive compensation with annual wage reviews.
  • Salary: $75,000 to $95,000 / year.
• Extended benefits coverage including employee assistance programs.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee purchase plans and boating experiences.

Working Conditions

• Office work environment with periods of production floor work.
• Manual dexterity.
• Interactions with employees, management, and the public at large.
• Exposure to factors such as temperature variations, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, toxic materials which may cause periods of discomfort, high noise levels when working on the production floor.
• Frequent need to give concentrated attention, either hearing or seeing to work being performed.
• Overtime and/or travel may be required.

Schedule/Shifts

• Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week – daily schedule may be flexible.