Mechatronics Engineer

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that a Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to enhance everyday living across the globe. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Reports to: Senior Manager, Product Engineering

Location: 214 Bayview Drive, Barrie (hybrid)

Job Purpose: The Mechatronics Engineer(ing) will lead projects that will define the next generation of electrified grill products for Napoleon to become carbon neutral. Passionate about electro-mechanical systems and products, the Mechatronics Engineer(ing) will lead the development of electro-mechanical grill products from concept to mass production.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop electro-mechanical systems from concept to mass production via the Stage Gate process.
• Become the subject matter expert in electro-mechanical systems, PCBs, controls, electrical components, and sensors for the Grills product team.
• Support the entire software and hardware development process, ranging from prototype code to validation, and eventually, QA testing.
• Conduct thermal and electrical analyses to optimize the overall product design and performance.
• Create models for concept approval, rapid prototyping, and detailed designs suitable for mass production (including simulation studies, tolerance studies, detailed drawings, specifications, and information necessary for product literature).
• Manage project(s) to ensure that technical, timing and cost risks to the product are properly assessed and managed to support flawless launches.
• Work closely with project launch managers to ensure an “on-time” effective production launch.
• Complete technical risk assessments on products, via DFMEA, DVP&R, DFA, DFM, and DFS.
• Evaluate technical options using scorecards and Pugh matrices where applicable.
• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems using Root Cause Analysis technics and tools (Fishbone, 5 Whys, etc.).
• Develop technical specifications and work closely with supply chain and external vendors.

Education and Experience:

• Must have University Degree in mechatronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or similar. A Master's Degree would be considered an asset.
• 3 years’ experience with embedded programming and electronics. Experience in electro-mechanical systems would be an asset.
• Experience in using 3D CAD/CAM modeling software (Solidworks, Catia, Fusion 360, etc.).
• Knowledge in electronics, including PCB layout design, manufacturing, programming, connectivity, software, and validation software (i.e. Multi-Sim, Altium Designer, etc.).
• Knowledge in programming languages, such as C / C++, Java, Python, and MatLab.
• Knowledge in thermal dynamics and heat transfer would be an asset.
• Knowledge in microcontrollers, sensing technologies, connectivity protocols (Wifi / Bluetooth), IOT, and communication prototypes (CAN, LIN, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including capability to drive senior / executive level meetings.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Works well in a team, is accountable, results-driven, and hands-on.

IGNITE YOUR CAREER, Some of our competitive benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation / Wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Associate Purchase Programs, Product Discounts, In-house Sales
• Appreciation Events, Raffles, Draws, Fundraising, BBQ’s, Competitions
• Napoleon Cares – Associates helping Associates
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Napoleon Recognition Program
• GOevisits, virtual doctor visits
• And more!

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available up on request.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.