Posted 25 days ago
Product Development & Prototype Specialist
@ Sonova AG
Ontario
Overview
Sonova AG is hiring a Product Development & Prototype Specialist in Kitchener to build, test and verify prototype models and support production trial runs. The work bridges concept and full-scale manufacturing, with feedback on manufacturability and assembly instructions. The posting states a salary of $48,000 to $60,000 CAD annually, incentive eligibility and a hybrid work model.
Pay:
$48,000–$60,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Build, test and verify prototype models
- Participate in Production Trial Runs
- Build and modify specialized components
- Provide manufacturability and assembly feedback
- Maintain prototype parts inventory
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years in prototype, manufacturing or development role
- Cross-functional collaboration across global groups
- Strong problem-solving and process-oriented mindset
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Medical device or regulated industry experience highly preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-17
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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Sonova AG
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Full company description
Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling new products to offer the optimal solution for an ever growing consumer base through our globally diversified sales and distribution channels, including our well established global audiological care business. With a presence in over 100 countries and more than 19,000 employees, we leverage our global infrastructure and local roots. We aim for an inclusive work environment and culture that fosters a good balance of family and work-life for everyone. Our workforce is made up of 110 nationalities across 4 generations. In 2006, Sonova founded the non-profit Hear the World Foundation, which seeks to give children living with hearing loss access to audiological care in low- to middle-income countries.
- LinkedIn followers
- 139,021
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 6,947
- Reported office locations
- Laubisrütistrasse 28, Stäfa, 8712, CH
- Business categories
- Information Technology
- Wearables
- Medical Device
- Communication Hardware
- Wireless
- Customer Service
- Consumer Electronics
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Sonova Group
- Sonova AG
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 34,498
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Medical Equipment Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Stäfa |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
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Kitchener, Canada (Onsite)
Product Development & Prototype Specialist
Sonova Kitchener is seeking a driven, self-starting Product Development & Prototype Specialist to lead the physical creation, testing, and process qualification of next-generation products. In this role, you will bridge the gap between initial concept and full-scale manufacturing by building and verifying prototype models and supporting Production Trial Runs across global sites.
Responsibilities:
• Build, test, and verify initial prototype models for potential new products
• Participate in Production Trial Runs, document insights, and recommend product or process improvements
• Build and modify specialized components for R&D team leads, Operating Centres, and Group Company labs
• Provide feedback on manufacturing feasibility, assembly challenges, and design for manufacturability
• Assist in preparing clear assembly instructions and engineering drawings
• Maintain the prototype area’s parts inventory and proactively request replenishments
• Support process optimization and continuous improvement activities as needed
More about you:
• 5+ years of experience in a prototype, manufacturing, development, or related technical role
• Experience working cross-functionally with the ability to collaborate across multiple global groups
• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical, conceptual, and process-oriented mindset
• Ability to positively influence others and help build strong teams
• Excellent written, oral, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience in a regulated industry or medical device environment is highly preferred
Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact Sonova HR.
What we offer:
- Exciting and challenging work environment
- Collaborative culture
- Opportunities for continuous self-improvement
- Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment
- A company that values diversity and inclusion
- Rich benefits plan including wellness benefit, paramedical (massage therapist, naturopath, etc.) and competitive compensation including variable component and employer match on pension contributions
- Mentorship program and career development plans
This role's pay rate is: $48,000 - $60,000 CAD annually. This role is incentive eligible.
Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work® May 2024- May 2025.
How we work:
At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.
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