Job Summary:

The primary responsibility will be to design and draw Fiberglass Reinforced Products (FRP) such as waste water systems, customized FRP assemblies, and high tolerance machined parts. Training on these parts will be provided by the Engineering Manager. These designs will lead the manufacturing of parts and the design engineering will work with the manufacturing team to ensure that the parts designed are fabricated to print.

This position includes project work which will lead to the improvement of the part manufacturing and process improvements as well. There may be additional work assigned, depending on the workload at Protectolite. The goal of this role is to learn how to get a basic understanding of FRP products that Protectolite produces and help develop the next generation of products in our industry.

Job Responsibilities:

- Use CAD (Solid Works) to design FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Products) components and assemblies as directed by the Engineering Manager
- Complete and review detailed construction drawings
- Communicate with customers, agents, and operators to ensure scope of work is accurate and complete.
- Ensure Bill of Material is correct and the prices are updated
- Engage suppliers on a regular basis to get updated pricing and delivery
- Ensure documentation required for the customer is accurate and complete, also develop way to improve the documentation process
- Participate in production scheduling meeting to help with the priorities at Protectolite
- Propose ideas for production improvement at the Shop Floor




- Use Fundamental Engineering Concepts to improve product development
- Learn about the composite business and manufacturing as a whole.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
- Make Protectolite a work safe environment

Job Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

- Ability or desire to learn 3D Design Software, Ideally Solidworks
- Must have a willingness to learn about composite manufacturing
- Experience in using fundamental engineering principles
- Experience in making improvements to current processes
- Ability to learn new skills and adopt best practices

Education:

- Engineering Degree from accredited University
- 3 Year College Diploma in Engineering
- Or Equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge Skills and Experience:

- Two to Five years experience in design with CAD software
- Experience from Foreign Country is acknowledged and welcomed
- Highly Motivated and results oriented.
- Ability to lead a project through team activities
- In-depth knowledge of Computer Systems
- Valuable communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Design Engineer (North York)
🏢 Protectolite Composites
📍 North York