Mechanical Design Engineer

6 days ago


North Vancouver BC VP T, Canada Fingerprint Technologies Corp. Full time

About us

Fingerprint is a Vancouver-based electric vehicle start-up in stealth-mode, founded by an experienced car designer and automotive engineer. Our mission is to help society transition more quickly to zero-emission personal transport by creating a new generation of fully electric smart bikes that are built around our patented digital drive platform.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in product design and advanced manufacturing.

The role requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, an analytical mindset and hands-on practical skills to create technical drawings, conduct simulations, build prototypes and develop assembly processes and tools.

The role will involve collaboration with team members to design electro-mechanical systems and lightweight water-tight structures, solve technical challenges and optimise assemblies for cost, weight and ease of manufacturing.

Duties

  • Build 3D packaging concepts and detailed designs using CAD software.
  • Create and analyze engineering drawings for new product designs and high precision components and assemblies.
  • Design, visualize and prototype assembly processes and tooling.
  • Develop and assess manufacturing processes according to lean principles.
  • Conduct geometric design and tolerance analysis of parts and assemblies.
  • Build models and conduct simulations using Finite Element Analysis.
  • Perform assembly, testing and troubleshooting of prototypes to ensure functionality and reliability.
  • Design and build custom test apparatus and measurement equipment.

Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of experience designing complex consumer products or series manufactured industrial products.
  • Experience working in a product manufacturing environment developing processes or launching new products.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles such as static and dynamic mechanics, thermodynamics and electromagnetics.
  • Expert in 3D CAD solid modelling, technical drawings and GD&T.
  • Proficiency in building and interpreting Finite Element Analysis.
  • Excellent problem-solving, creativity, tenacity and attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively share knowledge and collaborate with team members to solve complex multidisciplinary problems.
  • As a start-up, our environment is face-paced, creative and rewarding, and suits those who enjoy problem solving, designing products and have a passion for electric vehicles and/or the sport of cycling.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Automotive industry experience at OEM or supplier level.
  • Working knowledge and experience designing electric machines, transmissions and electric powertrains.
  • Lean manufacturing Kaizen and Design for Assembly (DFA) expertise.
  • Experience in supply chain management, APQP and PPAP.

Join us in shaping the future of personal transport

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.31-$40.40 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Stock options

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • North Vancouver, BC V7P 3T4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

  • Product development: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

  • English (required)

Work Location: In person


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