Product Designer Mechanical

About the position

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Product Designer – Mechanical. This position reports to Mechanical Engineering Manager and will work in Vancouver, BC.

Vancouver:

Dometic Marine’s headquarters are in Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. The facility develops and manufactures hydraulic, electronic, and combustion-based products.

As Product Designer – Mechanical of the Vancouver team, you will be responsible for end-to-end development of mechanical and electromechanical products used in marine control systems.

General Responsibilities

Product Development & Design

• Design mechanical and electromechanical assemblies and components, including concept generation, 3D CAD modeling, material selection, and stress analysis.
• Participate in the full product development lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, development, implementation, validation, launch, and ongoing support.
• Apply structured design tools and methodologies such as QFD, CAD, and DFMEA in accordance with ISO 9001 procedures.

Testing, Validation & Documentation

• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, DFMEAs, test plans, and test reports.
• Plan and execute validation and qualification testing, including environmental, lifecycle, and corrosion testing (e.g., salt spray).
• Lead and participate in formal design reviews.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Collaboration

• Manage engineering Bills of Materials for production assemblies and support MRP systems.
• Participate in make-versus-buy evaluations for components and assemblies.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering, supply chain, and production teams to support product launch and ongoing production.
• Interface with suppliers and represent Dometic in technical discussions.

Project Execution

• Develop project plans, coordinate technical activities, and provide regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• Retirement Programs (RSP and Company Pension Plan)
• Paid Vacation
• Statutory Holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Tuition and Professional Designation dues assistance
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Company events
• Opportunities to make an impact

Skills & Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will bring demonstrated success in engineering environment. Additionally, they will have acquired the following qualifications and experiences:

• 3+ years of industry or relevant experience.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Proficiency with Creo Parametric and Windchill PDMLink or similar CAD and PLM systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and coatings.
• Experience with volume production processes such as casting, extrusion, powder metal, injection molding, precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, and welding.
• Working knowledge of electric motors, electromechanical actuators, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and valves.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, sensors, and test equipment.
• Understanding of test methodology and design of experiments.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety and regulatory requirements (UL, CSA, CE) and industry standards (SAE, ASTM, ISO).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to quickly learn new tools.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Robust, production-ready designs that meet performance, cost, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Well-documented designs supported by thorough validation and test data.
• Effective collaboration with manufacturing, supply chain, and external suppliers.
• Successful launch and sustained support of products in a demanding marine environment.

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The salary for this position ranges from $90,000 CAD to $110,000 CAD per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. Here is Dometic Vancouver's Pay Transparency Report for 2025: Dometic Vancouver Pay Transparency Report.