Senior Mechanical Designer

6 days ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Sonova Group Full time

Kitchner, Canada
Senior Mechanical Designer
The Senior Mechanical Designer supports the development of mechanical components for Sonova hearing products, from early concept through product launch. This role focuses on high-precision design, hands-on problem solving, and collaboration with production teams to ensure quality, functionality, and manufacturability.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop precision plastic and sheet-metal components for miniature, injection-molded products using Creo (Pro/ENGINEER)
  • Create and document inspection criteria for components and materials
  • Participate in engineering problem-solving throughout development, tooling, and molding stages
  • Conduct hands-on prototyping and testing from concept to mass production
  • Inspect parts for compliance with design intent and quality standards
  • Collaborate with tool and molding suppliers during fabrication and commissioning
  • Support production and Quality Assurance by analyzing and resolving mechanical and assembly-related issues

More about you:

  • Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Technology
  • At least 8 years of experience in mechanical component and assembly design, ideally involving miniature or thin-wall plastic components for injection molding
  • Strong hands-on background in DFM, DFA, and tolerance analysis
  • Proficiency with Creo/ProE (including advanced surfacing) and PDM/Windchill
  • Familiarity with machining, mold tooling, injection molding, and assembly processes
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams; English required, German or Spanish an asset

Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact Sonova HR.

What we offer
:

  • Exciting and challenging work environment
  • Collaborative culture
  • Opportunities for continuous self-improvement
  • Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment
  • A company that values diversity and inclusion
  • Rich benefits plan including wellness benefit, paramedical (massage therapist, naturopath, etc.) and competitive compensation including variable component and employer match on pension contributions
  • Mentorship program and career development plans

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work May 2024- May 2025.

How we work:
At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.
We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

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