Design Lead Textile - Magog, Canada

Empowering careers at ARJO

At Arjo, we know what moves us. We go above and beyond for people facing mobility challenges. We take every opportunity to work and grow as one team and take pride in sharing our knowledge and experience. Does that sound like something that moves you too?

This could be your opportunity to begin a challenging and rewarding career in a healthcare company that empowers movement for people with mobility challenges.

Why choose Arjo:

• Flexible hours and the option to work remotely for a good work-life balance;
• Friendly atmosphere focused on human values, collaboration, and respect;
• Comprehensive group insurance (dental, vision, medical) with 75% of coverage paid by the employer;
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution of up to 4.2%;
• Three weeks of vacation upon joining the company, in addition to floating holidays and paid days off during the holiday season;
• Open management, promoting professional development and innovative ideas;
• Regular team activities to strengthen cohesion and enjoyment at work;
• Opportunity to travel abroad depending on projects;
• Electric car charging station available on site;
• Exceptional natural surroundings nearby, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts!
   

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and maintenance of textile-based patient mobility products, such as slings and lateral transfer products, in accordance with the product development process (PDP) and regulatory requirements
• Translate user needs and desired product features into technical solutions
• Find innovative technical solutions to meet needs and requirements while ensuring that the design is robust, safe, high-performing, manufacturable by suppliers at an acceptable cost, easy to assemble in production, and meets corporate environmental requirements
• Write detailed design requirements
• Guide pattern makers in designing cutting patterns and establishing measurement charts
• Participate in the assembly of prototypes
• Review and approve cutting patterns and assembly drawings
• Develop and review documentation related to research and development projects, including risk analyses
• Collaborate in the preparation of technical files for tax credit applications

Requirements:

• Degree in industrial design or textile-related design, with at least 5 years of experience relevant to the position
• Fluency in French (4/5)
• Fluency in English (4/5); Spanish an asset
• Knowledge of textile manufacturing and assembly processes
• Experience with specialized CAD software for textile patterns (Gerber Accumark, Lectra Modaris, Optitex PDS, PAD System, or other)
• Experience with AutoCAD an asset
• Willingness to travel abroad occasionally

About Arjo

At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.

For more information about Arjo visit www.arjo.com