Multimatic’s Mechanisms Engineering team is looking for talented Design Engineers to help create innovative solutions for the world’s leading OEMs. Our team develops everything from Side Door Hinges to advanced motion systems, including Active Aerodynamic Devices and PowerDoor™ actuators. In this role, you’ll take automotive components from concept through to high-volume production, ensuring they meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings with GD&T, and engineering documentation such as DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, tolerance stack-ups and other engineering calculations
- Lead product development through defining and reviewing virtual and physical validation studies
- Work in close partnership with program management, process and quality teams at Multimatic’s manufacturing divisions to support DFM, DFA, and VA/VE activities
- Collaborate with Multimatic’s Electronics and Software teams to deliver integrated solutions for powered mechanisms
- Hands-on assembly of new design concepts to support prototype builds, testing, and validation
- Communicate directly with customers to understand technical requirements, provide design solutions and program updates
- Generating innovative design concepts to satisfy OEM customer requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in design process and product performance
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of proven experience in automotive component design
- Proficient in CAD software (CATIA or NX preferred) for 3D modelling and GD&T drafting
- Strong knowledge of kinematics, materials, and design for high-volume manufacture and assembly
- Understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, structured root cause analysis methods
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
- A genuine passion for mechanical design and the automotive world — ideally demonstrated through personal projects, Formula SAE participation, or hands-on work with your own vehicles.
Please note this is a fully on-site role.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be:
$57,658.00 - $107,000.00To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90
If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.
We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in automotive component design
- Proficiency in CAD software, with CATIA or NX preferred, for 3D modeling and GD&T drafting
- Strong knowledge of kinematics, materials, and design for high-volume manufacturing and assembly
- Understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, and structured root cause analysis methods
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
- Passion for mechanical design and the automotive industry, ideally demonstrated through personal projects, Formula SAE participation, or hands-on vehicle work
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and benefits are often described as strong or competitive, with some locations offering coverage from the first day and programs like education assistance and PPE/boot allowances. Feedback suggests retirement matching (401k/RRSP) and paid time off contribute positively to the overall package.
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Retirement Support — RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) match in the U.S. are frequently cited as part of the benefits offering. Feedback suggests these elements enhance the perceived value of total compensation, particularly for full-time employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid time off are commonly referenced across regions, though specific accruals and eligibility can vary. Feedback suggests these programs are a meaningful part of the benefits package when available from the start date.
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What We Do
Multimatic Inc. is a privately held Canadian global automotive supplier providing engineered components, vehicle systems, complete vehicles, and engineering services to original-equipment manufacturers worldwide. Its manufacturing expertise spans suspension systems, composites, mechanisms, and structures, while its engineering activities include automotive electronics integration and software engineering. The company operates manufacturing divisions and engineering facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia in support of global vehicle production.
