Hexagon Agility designs and manufactures the only alternative transportation solution with net-negative carbon emissions. Using cutting-edge technology to design high-pressure carbon fiber cylinders and fuel systems, Hexagon Agility is able to provide safe and cost-effective solutions to customers across the globe. Saving over 1 million metric tons of greenhouse gases (GHG) per year, our products enable the worldwide transition to sustainable green transportation.

We are currently seeking a Design Engineer who will participate as a valuable member of the engineering team by working directly with the engineering staff to design, develop, and implement renewable natural gas (RNG). You will work directly with the engineering staff doing a variety of tasks related to developing the RNG fuel systems and will have the opportunity to learn the real-world application of design theory, product testing and process/project management. This position will be based out of our Kelowna, Canada office.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer is responsible for designing engineering and mechanical integration of components, using internal and external resources for program support.

Responsibilities

• Generate complete mechanical manufacturing packages for suppliers, including 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, top-level BOMs, part and system-level specifications

• Develop FEA models of mechanical parts and assemblies and perform static, dynamic, structural, and thermal-mechanical analysis

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and other team meetings intended to define design priorities and performance goals based on client objectives.

• Root cause and failure analysis of difficult mechanical problems.

• Develop engineering specifications and create applicable processes to ensure design validation of critical issues

• Research and propose innovative technology enablers (e.g., materials, manufacturing, and components) and recognize and target potential areas for patent protection

• Write reports, develop presentations, and author technical proposals

• Other duties as assigned

Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

• 0-5 years of experience in product design or mechanical engineering

• Experience with 3D CAD (Creo Parametric or SolidWorks or equivalent)

• Experience in PLM/PDM software would be an asset (PTC Windchill, SolidWorks PDM or equivalent)

• Experience with full product development cycle, including design, test, validation, and manufacturing

• Proven experience in design-for-manufacturing (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA) and design-for-disassembly (DFD).

• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, particularly solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer

• Automotive experience is a definite asset

• Must have strong problem-solving skills and a desire to create solutions.

• Must have demonstrated and effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with internal and external customers

• Prior experience working under tight deadlines with shifting priorities.

• Must have above average MS Office skills

• Valid passport with ability to travel internationally

Physical Demand & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time at a computer and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is moderately required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time. This position may work in the plant and outdoors in the field, therefore subject to all weather conditions sometimes include extreme cold and heat. The work described while working in the plant or field will require wearing all PPE depending on circumstance which may include safety glasses, hard hat, ear protection, leather gloves, safety vest and steel toed boots.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Hexagon Agility is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and ensures that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, criminal conviction and political belief.