- Design and execute mechanical and impact testing plans and campaigns

- Perform finite element simulations and correlate results with physical testing

- Develop and validate material models

- Contribute to the design and architecture of impact protection structures

- Translate product requirements into verifiable technical specifications

- Analyze results and provide design conclusions and recommendations

- Take technical ownership of assigned R&D; programs, from design through validation

- Present results and recommendations during development reviews

- Develop testing, analysis, and data-processing tools

- Provide technical guidance to interns and junior team members

- Hands-on experience with mechanical or impact testing: setup, instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis

- Strong proficiency in explicit agile finite element analysis (FEA): LS-DYNA, Abaqus, Ansys, or equivalent

- Experience with simulation-to-test correlation

- Strong understanding of cellular materials, foams, and TPEs, including hyperelasticity, viscoelasticity,



and strain-rate dependency

- Strong scientific foundation and familiarity with testing and certification processes

- Ability to interpret, conclude, document, and clearly communicate technical results

- Full autonomy across the testing and validation cycle

- 6+ years of experience in an R&D; engineering role

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

- OIQ member or eligible for membership

- Strong technical autonomy and ability to defend conclusions in front of senior leadership

- Results-driven and action-oriented, with the ability to quickly understand technical challenges and move forward

- Knowledge of impact biomechanics, HIC, and injury criteria

- Familiarity with CSA, ASTM, EN, and NOCSAE standards

- Experience with FDM additive manufacturing

- Knowledge of lattice structures, architected materials, and energy absorption

- Python skills for data processing and automation

📌 Senior R&D, Testing & Validation Engineer (Montreal)
🏢 k3dtechnology
📍 Montreal