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Design Engineer/Technologist - Highline
@ Bourgault Industries Ltd.
Vonda, Saskatchewan
Overview
Bourgault Industries Ltd. is hiring a full-time Design Engineer/Technologist for its Highline Manufacturing R&D team to design and improve agricultural equipment, from concept and 3D modeling through prototype testing, production and launch. The role includes occasional travel to customer sites, dealer locations and industry events. The posting offers competitive, performance-based pay, health and dental benefits, company-matching RRSP, and performance bonuses.
Responsibilities:
- Design and enhance products using 3D CAD modeling
- Create detailed drawings and documentation for prototypes and production
- Develop bills of materials within the MRP system
- Design tooling and fixtures for new products
- Provide technical support for field issues and product investigations
Requirements summary:
- Degree or diploma in mechanical, agricultural or related engineering
- Three years of engineering design experience desired; new grads considered
- Proficiency with SolidWorks and FEA tools such as SolidWorks Simulation
- Knowledge of metal fabrication and modern manufacturing methods
- Interest in agricultural practices and equipment technology
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- 2026-11-14
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- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical engineering, Agricultural engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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Bourgault Industries Ltd.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
Highline Manufacturing, a division of Bourgault Industries, is seeking a collaborative and innovative Design Engineer/Technologist to join our Research & Development team.
In this role, you will help design and improve agricultural equipment that delivers value to our customers, supporting projects from concept development and 3D modeling through prototype testing, production, and product launch. As one of the few Western Canadian agricultural equipment manufacturers that designs self-propelled equipment, Highline offers a unique opportunity to work on industry-leading products in a hands-on environment that values creativity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and practical agricultural knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Design new products and enhance existing products using 3D CAD modeling and engineering best practices
- Analyze, evaluate, and refine designs to ensure performance, manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
- Create detailed drawings and documentation to support prototype fabrication and production
- Collaborate with suppliers to specify, source, and integrate purchased components
- Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and product structures within the MRP system
- Support prototype assembly, testing, and troubleshooting
- Coordinate product releases and provide engineering support to manufacturing
- Design and develop tooling and fixtures for new products
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Purchasing, Manufacturing, Service, and Marketing
- Gather and evaluate feedback from dealers, customers, and end users to drive continuous product improvement
- Represent Highline at trade shows, product demonstrations, customer visits, and other marketing events
- Provide technical support for field issues and assist with product investigations as required
- Travel occasionally to customer sites, dealer locations, test facilities, and industry events
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Agricultural or related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of engineering design experience is desired (new grads may also be considered)
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software; experience with FEA tools such as SolidWorks Simulation
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong knowledge of and interest in modern agricultural practices and equipment technology. Experience with cattle operations, livestock feeding equipment, and/or self-propelled machinery is considered a strong asset.
- Familiarity with prototype development, testing, instrumentation, and data collection.
- Knowledge of metal fabrication processes and modern manufacturing methods.
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and resilience when tackling complex engineering challenges.
- Ability to think critically, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical solutions.
- Comfortable working in a hands-on environment
- Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn, innovate, and continuously improve products and processes
- Competitive, performance based pay (starting salary is dependent on qualifications & experience)
- Health & Dental benefits
- Company-matching RRSP plan
- Performance bonuses
- A self-directed work environment with a focus on personal and professional growth, & more!
November 6, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M.
Please Note: Interviews may be conducted as applications are submitted, not all applicants will be selected for an interview.
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