Senior Additive Manufacturing and Robotics Engineer

About Us

At Myant, we are creating the world's first expressive and continuous digital presence platform, enabled by integrating technology directly into clothing and augmented by other devices, wearables, and IOT. We see the evolution of society where every member gets to participate from anywhere and anytime through a whole-body experience, mostly in a passive or ambient manner to foster ubiquitous accessibility. Humans have a fundamental desire and need to be connected to our environment, family, community, and technology. This level of connection will create a paradigm shift in the way we deal with each other, especially from afar, allowing for more meaningful relationships, and more in-depth representation of ourselves.

The need for this type of connection is not new. There are many companies working on ways to connect humans in singularity with technology, however most of these technologies are based on devices that are often used in episodical ways hence, leading to poor adoption or reliability. In general, innovation and technology have delivered significant benefits for many members of society. However, there are those who are left behind, namely the very young, the marginalized, the old and the sick. The challenge of inclusion for those left behind requires us to move beyond device focused strategies, towards an interface that we use naturally, every day. We believe that textile is that primary interface, used in clothing, coverings, carpeting and more, we wear and are surrounded by textiles universally, at all times.

Such an interface could fuse data with other devices that we use periodically and data with other IoTs in the environment. People could then leverage their physical presence over their digital presence to communicate and share personal wellbeing. This could unlock healthcare that is proactive and preventative, social connectedness that is more profound, enable care distribution models to be seamless and on demand, better fitness insights, safer working environments and more.

The vision for SKIIN -our first consumer-facing brand- is to enhance human ability through connected clothing and textiles. Skiin is in beta-phase market launch and has been recently granted Health Canada medical device license and submitted to FDA for regulatory approval in the US market. The sensors and actuators embedded within our apparel create your Digital Identity, which will be consumed by those who matter to you - your family members, physicians, trainers, other IoT devices - without you consciously having to think about it. The line between the digital and physical world is becoming increasingly blurry and we believe textile is the next medium to bridge that gap.

We are a multi-disciplinary technology team solving big challenges at the intersection of electronics, deep tech., software, design, advanced manufacturing, and data science.

What we offer at Myant:

• Employee stock options
• Paid Sick Days and Floating Days
• Group Health Insurance Plan
• RRSP matching Plan
• Corporate Events
• Exposure working in one of the most innovative and forward-thinking tech company.

Myant is a diversified, equal opportunity employer. People with a disability or a special accommodation request may send an email to hr@myant.ca.

The Role:

We are seeking an accomplished and seasoned Senior Additive Manufacturing and Robotics Engineer to lead our efforts in advancing manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of extensive experience in additive manufacturing, demonstrating proficiency across a range of techniques, along with a deep understanding of robotics integration. As a Senior Engineer, you are critical to the fast-paced integration and product development execution team. You will have the opportunity to manage key engineering aspects of the projects and execute outsourcing plans to schedule. You will be responsible for ensuring new Additive Manufacturing and Robotics processes are developed in partnership with the supply chain, from ideation through to completion. Collaborating cross-functionally with our design engineers, scientists, and executives, your role in the company's evolution will be highly visible and impactful.

Responsibilities:

Technology Integration:

• Spearhead the integration of various additive manufacturing techniques and robotic systems into our manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and streamline production.
• Support the transition from prototyping to mass production.
• Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers and manufacturers, assessing their capabilities.

System Design and Optimization:

• Design, develop, and optimize robotic systems tailored for diverse additive manufacturing applications.
• Lead initiatives to continually improve existing manufacturing processes through advanced robotic and 3D printing solutions.
• Accountable for designing and developing new technologies focusing on smart wearables.
• Conduct design reviews aligning all the teams and stakeholders of design modifications.
• Collaborate with partners and suppliers, ensuring effective technical communication.
• Work closely with teams of different disciplines (mechanical, firmware, data science, software, industrial design, textile) for system integration.
• Aid in assembling and integrating prototypes and debugging issues on the

Programming and Control:

• Develop and implement sophisticated control systems for robotic arms dedicated to additive manufacturing.
• Program and fine-tune robotic movements for precision and efficiency in the additive manufacturing process.

Material Science and Process Development:

• Conduct extensive research on advanced materials suitable for various additive manufacturing techniques.
• Drive the development of innovative processes and techniques to enhance additive manufacturing capabilities.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and enforce rigorous quality control measures for all additive manufacturing processes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing protocols to ensure the reliability and high-quality production of components.
• Ensure manufacturing standards are met, emphasizing process development, DFx, testing, and quality improvements.
• Perform performance reviews of suppliers against procurement requirements.
• Ensure compliance with commercial, legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations in all procurement transactions.

Collaboration and Team Leadership:

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and production teams.
• Provide leadership in the execution of complex projects, ensuring the seamless integration and operation of additive manufacturing and robotic systems.

Research and Innovation:

• Stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in additive manufacturing, robotics, and related technologies.
• Initiate and lead research projects to explore new applications and possibilities within the field.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.

Experience:

• Over 10 years of proven experience in additive manufacturing and robotics, with a focus on industrial applications and consumer products.
• Experience in creating prototypes and iterating quickly.
• Experience in advanced manufacturing and research environments

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on practical design and prototyping experience using 3D CAD software (On Shape and SolidWorks).
• Proficient programming skills, especially in languages relevant to robotic control systems.
• Experience applying DFM and DFA best practices.
• Experience with material selection and RFQ packages and processes.
• Experience with mass manufacturing with CMs (tooling, assembly lines, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge and experience with various additive manufacturing techniques, including but not limited to Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), and others.
• Designing to IEC 60601 and ISO 13485 standards.

Problem-Solving Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and provide innovative, practical solutions.

Team Collaboration:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.

Project Management:

• Extensive experience in leading and managing engineering projects from conceptualization to implementation.

Continuous Learning:

• A commitment to ongoing learning and staying updated on emerging technologies in additive manufacturing and robotics.

Bonus:

• Designing parts for smart clothing or other wearables.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, and optical sensing systems.
• Experience with injection moulding for consumer electronics.
• Experience with two-shot moulding and over-moulding.
• Strong experience in biometric sensing or actuation (ECG/EMG/EEG, etc.).

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