Product Development / Design Engineer – Mechatronics

We’re looking for a Mechatronics Engineer or Embedded Systems Engineer with exceptional product design and engineering skills + experience to join Inertia’s growing team; a talented engineer with the ability to keep the big picture and small details simultaneously in focus. In this role you will be backed by our world-class team of strategists, designers, engineers, and manufacturers as you collaborate to create new and innovative products that have never been created before. While technical strength is essential, project and people leadership skills are also critical to success in this role.

 

About Inertia

 At Inertia, we transform bold ideas into thriving products and businesses. We are a one-stop shop for strategy, design, and manufacturing, serving industries like medical devices, laboratory diagnostics, assistive devices, and alternative energy systems. Our mission is simple: to delight customers, launch successful products, and scale thriving businesses.

 

Startups and multinationals alike choose us for our relentless focus on innovation, speed, and quality—and because we make the product development journey seamless and collaborative. By working with Inertia, our clients achieve what matters most: products customers want, launch certainty, and scalable success.

 

Explore our work here: https://www.inertiapd.com/our-work/ 

Role Responsibilities

As a Product Development Engineer reporting to a Product Development Team Lead, you will:

• leverage your blend of mechanical, electronics, robotics, and firmware knowledge and skills to
  design and engineer elegant and practical electromechanical solutions with manufacturability and end-user satisfaction in mind.
• help plan, execute, and document the design, build, testing, and prototyping of innovative new products.
• use systematic research methods to draw out customer and end-user requirements.
• collaborate with clients, vendors and peers to identify and execute sound design solutions.
• collaborate with the Inertia team and vendors to ensure a seamless customer experience and deliver outstanding results.
• do your part in the team to balance project scope, budget, timing, and deliverables.
• develop and encourage strong peer relationships across various disciplines, functions, teams, and geographies.
• use and promote Inertia’s Quality Management System to guide daily work.
• identify and implement continuous improvement
• actively support and promote workplace health, safety, and wellness.
• perform other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Who we are looking for

You have:

• a university degree in a relevant engineering discipline (i.e., Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer) or equivalent combination of advanced education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing and optimizing electromechanical systems.
• proven ability to apply mechanical, electronics and software engineering fundamentals to successfully solve complex design challenges.
• the ability to communicate complex and abstract ideas, visually, verbally, and in writing.
• experience with embedded firmware development in C, C++.
• experience with PCB design and schematic capture using Altium Designer, KiCAD or similar.
• ability to troubleshoot and debug electronics hardware using lab equipment such as multimeter, oscilloscope, signal analyzer, hardware debugger etc.
• experience (and enjoy) working hands-on with electronics and mechanical systems, including soldering, wiring, assembling, and testing these systems.
• ability to develop analytical models and perform data analysis, preferably with Python.
• experience developing control systems with embedded or industrial solutions.
• experience with data acquisition
• familiarity with and ability to effectively use version control tools such as Git.
• competency with computer aided design and engineering tools(e.g., SolidWorks, Onshape, etc.). 
• proven ability to work directly and successfully with external customers and suppliers.
• a passion and perseverance for all aspects of product design, engineering, and prototyping.
• experience in an ISO09001 or ISO13485 quality management environment is an asset.
• a desire to be part of and help build a high performing team.

 

You are someone who:

• has a passion for robotics
  
• is great at communicating ideas – visually, verbally, and in writing.
• loves learning, sharing knowledge, and helping others grow too.
• listens intently and reacts with careful confidence and humility.
• likes to gather facts. You use them to help evaluate ideas and make balanced decisions.
• is the first to take on responsibility, the last to take credit (everyone gives it to you anyway).
• has a proven ability to develop constructive relationships with all internal and external partners.
• can work collaboratively, effectively, and efficiently without ego getting in the way.
• can tactfully and effectively address concerns or conflicts openly with the team and clients.
• has the persistence and resourcefulness to overcome project obstacles and drive to resolution.
• can deal with uncertainty in a constructive manner and generate options for moving forward.
• wants to make a real and positive impact on the people around you and the world at large.
• does whatever it takes to get the job done. Without being asked.

 

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Our people are our single biggest advantage.  We have a talented and motivated team looking for more great people to work and grow with.  We’ve built an amazing culture on a foundation of openness, service, and integrity - that also makes for a great place to work. We rank as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada based on our practices and survey results from all Inertia employees.

 

If you’re interested in becoming part of our team, learn more about our values at www.inertiapd.com.  If you feel your values fit with ours, then we’re off to a great start...

Inertia is committed to building a diverse team and providing a safe and inclusive workplace.  We are continually learning and growing, including in our efforts to improve diversity and build equity, come join us! 

Employment Type: Full Time

Primary Work Location:  Hybrid based out of our 34 Kern Road, Unit 3, Toronto, Ontario, Canada office. Must have the ability to commute to the office to support project and team needs...  Must be legally permitted to work in Canada.  International travel may be required.

Annual Salary: We are considering candidates with a variety of experience levels. We recognize it’s a competitive market, salary will be commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and local market conditions. 

Interview Process:

• Phone screening with Human Resources
• Remote or in-person interview with Hiring Manager + Inertia team member
• In-person interview with 2-3 Inertia team members where you present on a past project
• Offer, subject to reference calls

 

How to Apply: If this feels like a role and place where you will thrive, please follow this link to submit your application online via https://inertiaengineering.bamboohr.com/careers. 

 

Learn More: Visit us at www.inertiapd.com and on LinkedIn at Inertia.