MDS Coating is looking for a talented Associate Designer to support our growth in our Slemon Park, PEI facility!

MDS Coating is the world leader in designing and manufacturing erosion and corrosion resistant coatings for gas turbine engine compressor systems. As a trusted partner to aerospace engine manufacturers, our work helps improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, supporting a more sustainable future. We're known for precision, professionalism, and a customer-first mindset, and we value humility and helpful collaboration across the team.

The Design team is responsible for the 3D design, drafting, procurement, and lifecycle management of tooling for aerospace hardware in a manufacturing environment.

Our designers are working on tooling for an advanced manufacturing setting. We have our own fabrication on site with three 3D printers. Things will move fast. The associate designer will have many other designers beside them and operate under the supervision of the Design Lead to help coach and guide them.

This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite frequently during business hours – flexible scheduling may be available following the six-month probationary period.

What we offer:

- A clean, friendly, and skilled work environment
- Opportunities for continual career advancement
- A comprehensive health care program including medical, dental and life/disability insurance, vision care and a strong Employee Assistance Program
- Competitive paid time off, flexible work environment and options, annual wellness program reimbursements and RRSP Matching
- Amazing company events with an active social committee
- Access to TELUS Virtual Health - a virtual care service that offers 24/7 support from health care professionals including prescriptions, referrals to specialists, mental health, diagnosis,



lab work and imaging requests and general medical advice.

What we are looking for:

- Minimum 2-year diploma or certificate in a relevant field. Engineering degree considered an asset.
- Creative thinking skills to work with a complex process that is moving towards further automation
- Coordination skills to manage and synchronize multiple complex tasks simultaneously and keep stakeholders in the loop on status
- Listening skills and the ability gather feedback directly from operators on how the tools are working
- Interpersonal skills, demonstrating a keen ability to connect, communicate, resolve conflicts, and motivate others to achieve project goals
- Experience working with gas turbines or within the aerospace sector and in a quality assurance regulated environment preferred
- Knowledge of PVD or CAPVD considered an asset
- Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for Controlled Goods

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Please note this role requires registration in the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, and only regional applicants will be considered.

Come join a team that wants you to succeed. For more information, visit mdscoating.com.

If you require any accommodation during the interview process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Application question(s):

- Are you able to reliably commute to Slemon Park, PE during regular business hours?

Experience:

- design: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- 2-year diploma or certificate in a relevant field (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Associate Designer (Slemon Park)
🏢 MDS Coating Technologies
📍 Slemon Park