Product Engineering Coordinator - Jobs in M9C 1H5 Etobicoke Ontario

Job Description

Tayco is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-orientated Product Engineering Coordinator to join our Engineering Team. We are a leading office furniture manufacturer based in Etobicoke, proudly serving customers since 1976. We have been Great Place to Work Certified for the fourth year in a row and have won the Best in Manufacturing award in the past. At Tayco, we are driven by our four core values: Efficiency, Ownership, Progressive and Enjoyable Experiences. These values shape our culture and commitment to excellence, making Tayco a dynamic and rewarding workplace.The Job: The Product Engineering Coordinator is responsible for the development and engineering of new product solutions, as well as for ensuring that products meet the design intent, are manufacturing friendly, meet cost targets and meet industry testing and safety standards. The Product Engineering Coordinator will work on multi-disciplinary project teams where achieving consensus and quality are the keys to success.RESPONSIBILITIES

• To develop creative and sound engineering product solutions in response to the product directional outline (PDO), manufacturing improvement projects, customer quality claims, and installation issues.
• Incorporate technical advances in manufacturing processes and materials while understanding current capabilities in supplier base.
• To evolve the design concept through a systematic process of modeling, prototyping, testing and analysis re-iterating the design to optimize the function, appearance, and manufacturing of new parts and assemblies. Develop accurate and detailed parts and assembly layouts.
• To cooperate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that developed products address market needs and customer expectations.
• To work together with cross-disciplinary project teams to collectively solve product issues including function, manufacturability, technical application /compatibility, testing and installation, etc.
• To prepare complete and accurate technical documentation for developed product (assembly and part drawings, part specification sheets) and other supporting documentation of all technical aspects of the product using a common database and complying with Tayco’s ISO procedures and internal standards.
• Interpret the testing requirements as they apply to the products and their application (BIFMA, CGSB, UL CSA, UBC, IBC, etc.). To ensure that the product design complies with all relevant testing requirements.
• To coordinate the fabrication of prototypes and pre-production product as required for the design evolution, testing, showroom and training requirements.
• To provide preliminary product cost estimates during development.
• To liaise with 3rd party suppliers to source components or fabrication solutions.
• At development hold design reviews, topics include drawings, manufacturing process, capability, efficiency and the plan for quality. Provide documentation, data and other information required for effective launch of products into full production.
• To contribute to the development of new processes and tools that improve the development process and support Tayco’s position in the industry.
• To provide engineering knowledge and expertise to other departments in the organization. Support claims and warranty issues with short and long term solutions
• To continue to acquire knowledge of industry trends and standards, manufacturing and materials, technology, competitive product and engineering practices, environmental issues and sustainable design principles.
• Zero defects at launch through quality planning.

RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:

• To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mechanical Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years engineering experience in a product design and manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experience designing for a variety of manufacturing processes and materials (ie sheet metal, plastic, glass, wood)
• Good project and time management skills, experience in handling multiple projects
• Excellent organization skills
• Strong 3D modeling and detail design using Solidworks or other parametric modeling program.
• Experience with Solidworks PDM is preferred
• Experience with ERP systems for engineering and manufacturing processes is preferred
• Hands-on experience with prototype and model making
• Very good communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both in diverse multidisciplinary team environment as well as individually with minimum supervision.

Benefits

• Salary Range : $60,000 to $75,000
• Health, Vision and Dental benefits after the first 3 and 6 months of employment
• Active Social Committee with wonderful company culture
• Active Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, and Accessibility Committee with monthly initiatives to promote inclusivity
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Great team to work with!

Due to a high volume of applications, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. If you have any questions or concerns about the role, you can reach out to Devanshi at dshah@tayco.comTayco endeavors to fill positions with the best available candidates who have the appropriate combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Tayco is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of a visible minority.At Tayco, we are embracing innovative technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to pre-screen applicants to enhance our recruitment process. AI-driven tools help us streamline candidate sourcing, improve the quality of our hiring decisions, and ensure a more efficient and personalized experience for both candidates and hiring teams.