Overview
Who We Are
At K-Hart Industries Ltd. we are passionate about designing and manufacturing agricultural equipment that makes a difference for conservation-minded farmers worldwide. We place farmers at the heart of everything we do, to support them with innovative, sustainable and robust solutions that they can trust. With a strong focus on creating forwarding-thinking solutions that benefit both farmers and the environment, our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and the drive to make a positive and meaningful impact.
Who You Are
The Design Engineer role is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of K-Hart’s farm equipment. This role focuses on creating practical, reliable, and innovative solutions that perform in real-world farming conditions. You enjoy working hands-on with equipment, translating ideas into functional designs, and collaborating with manufacturing and test teams to bring products to life. You are detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and motivated by seeing your designs perform in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
The Duties and Responsibilities of the Design Engineer role are focused on supporting the development and improvement of K-Hart’s products:
- Develop system and component designs to meet set objectives of performance, cost, durability, etc.
- Develop CAD models, drawings, specifications, schematics, and other supporting information.
- Perform Engineering analysis of designs using hand calculations and simulation software(s) to confirm design capabilities.
- Select materials, manufacturing processes and vendors.
- Design and support prototype(s) build and testing.
- Support production build.
- Support development of product and service-related publications.
- Able to travel 10% of the time for 1-2 weeks at a time.
- Other duties as assigned.
What Sets You Apart?
You are an individual that has:
· Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologist Diploma (Mechanical or Agricultural preferred)
· Experience in design of agricultural or heavy equipment
· Proficiency in CAD software and engineering drawings
· Strong mechanical aptitude
· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
· Experience working with manufacturing teams and vendors
· Practical, hands-on mindset
Why K-Hart is Your Next Career Move
At K-Hart, you’ll join a passionate team in an industry that makes a tangible difference. Here is what we offer:
· Impactful work: Be part of a smaller company that is focused on sustainability and innovation and where you can see and feel your contribution make a difference.
· Career Growth: opportunities to learn, develop, and expand your skill set in agriculture
· Work with leadership and teammates who value your input and ideas.
· Be a part of a team who is committed to fostering an environment of optimism, community, and respect, ensuring a great experience for our employees and our customers.
· Group Health and Insurance Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
· Employee Assistance Program
· Paid sick and personal/family leave
Job Specifics:
· Full time Permanent
Salary :
· $75,000 - $120,000 per year - Based on experience
Location:
· In Person
Ready to take the Next Step?
· We’d love to hear from you!
Apply now to join our team and become part of the K-Hart Family
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
