About Us:
Superwake is an aerospace and defense company based in North York, focused on the design, manufacturing, and operation of advanced uncrewed aerial vehicles. Our work combines aerospace engineering and modern manufacturing to create reliable aircraft designed for a variety of applications.
Superwake is a small, fast-moving team where engineers and technicians work directly on complete aircraft systems, from early design and prototyping to testing and real-world operations.
About the Role :
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of drone systems and related manufacturing tools, including internal components, composite parts, molds, fixtures, and prototype hardware. You will use CATIA to produce detailed models, drawings, assemblies, BOM updates, and manufacturing documentation while working closely with project managers, engineering leads, and manufacturing staff to move designs from concept through build-ready release.
Responsibilities:
- Create and revise 3D CAD models, assemblies, subassemblies, and 2D drawings in CATIA.
- Design internal drone components with attention to weight, manufacturability, durability, field use, and serviceability.
- Design molds, jigs, fixtures, and tooling to support manufacturing and prototyping.
- Prepare manufacturing-ready documentation, drawings, BOMs, and supplier/manufacturer files.
- Perform basic engineering checks, tolerance reviews, and design tradeoff assessments.
- Support prototyping activities and incorporate lessons learned into design updates.
- Communicate task progress regularly and raise blockers and risks to the engineering team lead.
- Work closely with project managers, design managers, and manufacturing staff to clarify requirements and complete assigned tasks.
- Incorporate manufacturing feedback to improve part design, mold design, buildability, ergonomics, and tool access.
- Maintain accurate documentation and proactively manage assigned mechanical design tasks through completion.
What You Bring:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Design
- 2-5 years of mechanical design experience.
- Previous mechanical design experience using CATIA.
- Experience with drone, aerospace, or similarly complex mechanical design projects.
- Understanding of lightweight design principles where weight, strength, packaging, and manufacturability are key tradeoffs.
- Familiarity with composite part design and composite mold/tooling considerations.
- Ability to take assigned tasks, clarify requirements, work independently, and produce quality design outputs.
- Strong attention to detail and good documentation habits.
- Comfortable working in a small-company environment where priorities may shift and people contribute across design, manufacturing, and prototyping.
Additional Qualifications
- Experience with 3D printing and prototype development.
- Hands-on exposure to composite manufacturing or layup processes.
- Experience designing fixtures, molds, or manufacturing aids.
Work Model:
- Location: Primarily onsite. This role is expected to be in the office and lab most working days due to prototyping needs and collaboration with the manufacturing team. Limited remote flexibility may be available up to approximately 1 day per week when appropriate.
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Reporting to: Engineering Lead
- Travel: Must be willing to travel occasionally, up to approximately 1 week per year
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000
- Health and Wellness: All full-time employees will have access to our health and dental benefits plan.
- Vacation/PTO: We offer generous vacation and PTO to ensure you have the time off you need to maintain a healthy work/life balance.
- Compensation will reflect the candidate’s demonstrated experience and level of ownership.
Everyone is Welcome in our Airspace:
At Superwake, we believe in providing an inclusive environment for everyone to share their ideas and grow. Without you, we cannot continue to grow as a company. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and will provide accommodations upon request throughout our process.
Why Superwake?:
At Superwake you will be able to experience a fast-paced work environment while also working with a close-knit team. We are a team who prides itself on offering a welcoming team-focused environment and aim to provide everyone with the necessary tools for success. For more information about our company visit www.superwake.ca (http://www.superwake.ca).
