Product Designer

5 days ago

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada High Bar Brands Full time

At Dieter's, division of High Bar Brands, we have been manufacturing quality truck accessories since 1976. We are proud to have become one of the most respected names in the truck aftermarket industry by listening to our customers and then delivering a product that meets and exceeds their expectations. Our dedicated craftspeople have access to state-of-the-art equipment and use only the best quality stainless steel to design, develop, and manufacture the parts that have built our brand.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Engineering & Product Development
  • Lead and manage engineering deliverables through all stages of the product development process for sheet metal components and assemblies.
  • Develop detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks (or similar CAD software) that align with manufacturing and quality standards.
  • Ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness of designs through collaboration with production and fabrication teams.
  • Analyze product designs and recommend improvements to enhance performance, reduce cost, and improve quality.
  • Support prototype development, design validation, and testing to ensure adherence to specifications.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work collaboratively across multiple functional groups within High Bar Brands, including Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Operations, and Customer Service.
  • Partner with the production team to ensure a smooth transition from design to manufacturing.
  • Provide technical guidance to support new product launches and continuous improvement projects.

Problem Solving & Process Improvement
  • Investigate and resolve engineering or production-related issues by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
  • Drive the design and development of test fixtures or tools for validating product designs and production processes.
  • Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to ensure long-term reliability and efficiency in sheet metal products.

Project Management
  • Approach all projects with an ownership mindset and accountability for timelines, budgets, and results.
  • Support project leaders to ensure efficient, high-quality, and profitable project execution.
  • Maintain accurate and complete project documentation in alignment with company standards.

Other Duties
  • Participate in design reviews and technical meetings as required.
  • Travel occasionally to suppliers, customers, production sites, etc. (up to 15%).

Required Skills and Abilities
  • Strong understanding of sheet metal design, fabrication, and finishing processes.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in root cause analysis.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Passion for trucks, automotive design, and precision-engineered metal products.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • Mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in product or project engineering within a sheet metal manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working with stainless steel fabrication, welding, forming, and assembly.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD design software.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material properties, and GD&T standards.

In compliance with Ontario Bill 149, this posting is for a newly created position.

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