03 Oct
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Biomb
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Winnipeg
Type: Permanent - Full Time Start Date: ASAP Location: Remote Eligibility - Due to the nature of this position and security requirements,only applications from Canadian citizens or permanent residents will be considered. Win-Shield Devices is a Winnipeg-based company dedicated to advancing personal protective equipment for industrial, medical, law enforcement, and military applications. Our mission is to deliver world-class protection through Canadian-made innovation, engineering excellence, and uncompromising quality.
Win-Shield Devices is seeking a highly skilled Product Designer with strong expertise in design for manufacturing (DFM), particularly for thermoplastic injection molding. This role includes ownership of components and assemblies from concept through production, with a focus on ensuring designs are manufacturable, robust, and ready for scale. 5+ years of relevant industry experience in mechanical or product design. ~ Expert-level 3D modeling skills, preferably in Fusion 360 or Solid Works. ~ Proven experience with designing parts for thermoplastic injection molding. ~ Strong understanding of manufacturing fundamentals, including tolerancing, assembly methods, draft angles, ribs/bosses, shrinkage, and mold design considerations. ~ Experience taking products from prototype to production—preferably in mechanical, consumer, defense, medical, or industrial hardware. ~ Working knowledge of electrical/electronic integration in product design,
including mounting considerations for PCBs, routing for wiring/harnesses, and enclosure design for powered components. ~ Experience working with toolmakers and injection molding vendors. Knowledge of GD&T;, mold flow analysis, or tool design principles.
Experience in respiratory protection, PPE, or other regulated hardware sectors is an asset.
Background in rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, or machining. Develop high-quality 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings using Fusion 360 (or similar CAD platforms). Collaborate closely with engineering, R&D;, and manufacturing teams to translate prototype concepts into production-ready designs.
Apply DFM best practices, with a solid emphasis on thermoplastic injection molding, mold flow considerations, parting lines, draft, uniform wall thickness, gating, and tooling constraints. Prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications suitable for North American and international manufacturers. Support prototype development, iterative testing, and design refinement cycles.
Work with toolmakers, injection molding partners, and internal teams to ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency, and robustness of all designed components. Participate in design reviews, failure analysis, and product improvement discussions. Maintain organized design files, revision control, and project documentation.
Flexible start and end times
📌 Product Designer w/Manufacturing Focus (Winnipeg)
🏢 Biomb
📍 Winnipeg