Mechanical Engineer
Haply
Montreal, QC, Canada · Canada
Posted on Apr 4, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- Mechanical Design & Product Development
- Design, prototype, and refine mechanical components for haptic devices.
- Work with the Head of Design to develop and optimize mechanical assemblies.
- Conduct stress analysis, tolerance studies, and material selection to improve performance and durability.
- Support manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
- Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to integrate mechanical components seamlessly.
- Prototyping & Testing
- Develop and iterate on mechanical prototypes, ensuring design feasibility.
- Perform mechanical testing and validation to meet product performance requirements.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electromechanical issues, working closely with cross-functional teams.
- Process Optimization & Documentation
- Improve mechanical design processes for better efficiency and reliability.
- Maintain thorough documentation of mechanical designs, including CAD models, drawings, and test reports.
- Assist in creating clear guidelines and instructions for manufacturing and assembly.
- Collaboration & Team Engagement
- Work closely with the software, hardware, and product teams to ensure a cohesive design approach.
- Participate in team discussions, design reviews, and daily stand-ups.
- Contribute to process improvements, ensuring high-quality engineering standards.
Must Have
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering,
- 2+ years of experience in mechanical design, R&D, product development, or integration.
- Strong experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or CATIA).
- Knowledge of material selection, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with mechanical prototyping, testing, and validation.
- Understanding of electromechanical systems and hardware-software integration.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French.
Nice to have
- Experience with robotics, haptics, or mechatronics.
- Familiarity with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
- Hands-on experience with 3D printing, CNC machining, or rapid prototyping techniques.
- Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) or other simulation tools.
- Previous experience in a startup or high-growth environment.