Position Summary
We are looking for a Junior Quality Engineer with a mechanical engineering background who enjoys working with CAD models, engineering drawings, manufactured components, and hands-on problem solving.
Working closely with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Suppliers, you will investigate manufacturing issues, inspect components, review drawings and tolerances, and help improve product quality and manufacturability.
Key Responsibilities
- Review SolidWorks models, engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and specifications.
- Investigate mechanical, dimensional, and manufacturing quality issues.
- Perform root cause analysis and help develop practical engineering solutions.
- Support First Article Inspections and new product introductions.
- Perform dimensional inspections and develop inspection procedures and checklists.
- Support NCR, CAPA, and Material Review Board activities.
- Work with Engineering to improve tolerances, manufacturability, and product quality.
- Investigate supplier non-conformances and coordinate corrective actions.
- Recommend design, process, or inspection improvements to reduce defects.
- Support Engineering Change Notices and quality documentation.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 0–3 years of relevant engineering or quality experience.
- Co-op, internship, student design team, machining, fabrication, or other hands-on experience is valued.
Technical Skills
- SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Reading and interpreting mechanical engineering drawings
- Dimensions, tolerances, fits, and basic GD&T
- Dimensional inspection and measuring equipment
- Understanding of mechanical components and manufacturing processes
- Root cause analysis and engineering problem-solving
- Microsoft Excel
Experience with machining, sheet metal, aluminum extrusions, injection molding, ERP systems, or quality systems is an asset. Previous quality engineering experience is not required.
What Will Help You Succeed
- You enjoy understanding how mechanical parts are designed, manufactured, assembled, and inspected.
- You are comfortable working with both CAD and physical components.
- You enjoy troubleshooting fit, function, tolerance, and manufacturing problems.
- You have strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- You communicate effectively with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
- You are practical, curious, organized, and eager to learn.
Working Environment
This is a hands-on role with time split between the engineering office and manufacturing floor, providing broad exposure to mechanical design, manufacturing, inspection, and quality improvement.
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you residing in Manitoba?
- Do you have experience with SolidWorks or other CAD software?
- Are you familiar with measuring instruments?
Work Location: In person
