The Product Development Lead owns the hands‑on development of new products, from approved design drawings and specifications through prototype, refinement, documentation, and readiness for scaled manufacturing. This role focuses on building, testing, and documenting products so they can be transitioned from R&D; into repeatable full‑scale production while protecting design intent, quality, and timelines.

Product

Development & Prototyping (55%) Build prototypes and pre‑production units based on design drawings, specifications and ... identify risks, improvements, and options while ... Produce and/or refine technical documentation required for development builds (e.g., shop drawings, build notes, jigs/fixtures requirements, and assembly guidance). Source and order development parts/materials required for prototyping and pilot builds (in alignment with approved specs, timelines, and budgets).

Coordinate with external partners/suppliers as needed for development components and specialty processes. Manage timelines and deliverables for active development initiatives and launches. Maintain a defined flexible‑capacity buffer to absorb unplanned development needs without disrupting core work.





Partner with production leadership to confirm manufacturing readiness, repeatability, and quality standards prior to launch. Participate in recurring meetings to provide product development updates, risks, and next steps. A degree in a design‑related field is considered an asset.

Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience building and prototyping products from technical drawings/specifications in a fabrication or manufacturing setting. Strong planning, prioritization, and documentation skills; able to manage multiple concurrent development initiatives. Proficient PC skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, and 3D modelling software such as Rhino 3D and SketchUp.

Planning and Organizing Must have ability to move around and will include the ability to stand, bend, push/pull, twist, lift up to 25kg, handling/grasping, kneeling, and occasional driving in automobile as required for business needs. functions of mental effort include active listening, problem solving, data analysis, and decision making. Distractions may come from managers, team members, and vendors whether over the telephone or in person. #

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