Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
About The Position
Design products that actually work in the real world. At Tangent Design Engineering, we bring bold ideas to life. Our team thrives on solving complex problems with practical, elegant engineering, from early concepts to prototypes, testing, and manufacturing-ready designs. We’re collaborative, curious, and serious about building things properly. We’re looking for a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Calgary team. This is a great role for someone early in their engineering career who loves product design, wants to keep growing technically, and is interested in pursuing their P.Eng. An EIT designation or eligibility is a strong fit. This role is hands-on, detail-driven, and ideal for someone who wants to learn by doing. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on mechanical product development projects, with a particular focus on plastic components, prototypes, and manufacturable design. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, Alberta.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent technical background.
- 1 to 3 years of mechanical design, product design, or related engineering experience.
- EIT designation, eligibility for APEGA membership, or a clear interest in pursuing your P.Eng.
- Experience with 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks.
- Exposure to plastic part design, injection molding, thermoforming, molded components, enclosures, consumer products, industrial products, or similar applications.
- Experience creating mechanical drawings, models, assemblies, and documentation.
- Comfort working in a Windows and Microsoft Office environment.
- Hands-on experience with prototypes, testing, shop work, or product assembly.
- A valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel within Calgary as needed for client or supplier visits.
Responsibilities
- Support product development projects from concept through design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
- Creating detailed mechanical designs, models, and drawings using SolidWorks.
- Supporting the design and development of plastic components and product assemblies.
- Assisting with product design decisions related to materials, manufacturability, durability, and performance.
- Supporting prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and design iterations.
- Working with prototype manufacturers, suppliers, and internal team members to move designs forward.
- Assembling and testing prototypes in Tangent’s shop.
- Documenting design decisions, test results, revisions, and technical details.
- Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software, and client teams to solve design challenges.
- Taking direction from senior engineers while building your own technical judgment and confidence.
Benefits
- Health and dental benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
