Mechanical project manager - Magog, Canada

The Magog R&D team is looking for a new mechanical project manager for rail and accessory projects. Would you like to contribute to the design of equipment that changes lives? Come and join us!

Responsabilities:

• Lead the technical development of rail, rail accessory and lift installation projects in accordance with the Product Development Process (PDP) and regulatory requirements;
• Participate in the planning of development stages and support the Project Manager in the overall planning of design stages;
• Find innovative technical solutions to meet needs/requirements while ensuring that the design is robust, safe, efficient, manufacturable by suppliers at an acceptable cost and easy to assemble for production;
• Supervise the technical work of colleagues on projects for which he/she is responsible;
• Validate the calculations, simulations and analysis of test results of colleagues;
• Write and approve detailed design requirements;
• Translate user requirements and desired product functionalities into technical solutions;
• Provide risk analysis information and ensure the integration of design mitigation;
• Find, select and integrate solutions to design issues;
• Elaborate and/or revise and/or approve documentation related to research and development projects;
• Participate in product certification processes;
• Identify, select and integrate solutions to design issues;
• Develop and/or revise and/or approve documentation related to research and development projects;
• Participate in product certification processes; 
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement projects;
• Liaise with other departments (engineering, purchasing, production, QA) for the introduction of new products.

Requirements:

• University degree in mechanical engineering, combined with 10 or more years' experience in product development;
• Experience or training in civil engineering an asset;
• Strong interest in structural design and building dynamics;
• Fluency in French and English (5/5), you will frequently be required to communicate with other R&D sites to share best practices related to your projects;
• Leadership, rigor, creativity and autonomy;
• Mastery of manufacturing and assembly processes;
• Extensive knowledge of strength of materials;
• Experience with CAD software (Solidworks);
• Experience in finite element analysis an asset;
• Knowledge of construction standards and building codes an asset;
• Ability to contribute to several projects at the same time;
• Ability to train and support team members;
• Good analytical skills and ability to work as part of a team;
• Empathy towards users and ability to understand the context in which products are used;
• Willingness to travel abroad on occasion.

Why chose Arjo :

• Great working atmosphere in line with the company's human values of teamwork;
• Group insurance with 75% employer-paid coverage (dental, vision, medical);
• RRSP with employer contribution of up to 4.2%;
• Floating vacations and paid days during the holiday season;
• Flexible working hours;
• Ability to travel abroad;
• Electric car terminal;
• Management focused on professional development and open to new ideas;
• Beautiful natural surroundings nearby;
• Rewarding and varied tasks;
• So much more to discover!

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 6000 people worldwide and 60 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