Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Designer to join our growing Product Development team. In this role, you will play a crucial role toward innovating and improving our electro-optical camera systems for reliable operation and serviceability in harsh environments.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities: Mechanical design in Solidworks, including 3D modeling and preparing manufacturing drawings 
• Performing technical calculations and simulated analysis for mechanical components (e.g., stress, heat transfer, fatigue, wear, gearing, motor sizing)
• Designing and building prototype products and subsystems
• Performing environmental and accelerated lifecycle testing of integrated camera systems and components such as seals, motors, bearings, sliprings, and wiring harnesses
• Analyzing design risk and identifying potential failure modes
• Working closely with our Production department to troubleshoot design issues and identify improvements to designs and manufacturing processes
• Sourcing and evaluating mechanical and electromechanical components
• Creating design documentation, including assembly manuals, technical drawings, and test reports
• Participating in design reviews, maintaining product BOMs, and contributing to improved product development processes 

Required Skills & Experience: 

• Post-Secondary degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Integrated, or related engineering field; or technical diploma in related field with evidence of mechanical design experience
• Proven experience with Solidworks or other 3D modeling software (Inventor, Pro-E/Creo, CATIA, Fusion, etc.)
• Strong understanding of Mechanical engineering fundamentals including material properties, DFMA, stress/strain, heat transfer, fatigue, and corrosion
• Positive attitude; commitment to supporting team members in a collaborative development environment
• Creativity in problem solving, concept development, and design for human factors
• Aptitude for hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, and product testing
• Strong organization skills; ability to initiate, self-manage, and complete value-adding projects
• Desire for continuous learning, feedback, and improvement
• Strong technical communication, documentation, and reporting (spoken and written)
• Excellent observation skills and attention to detail; commitment to seeing projects through to completion
• Ability to excel in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and tasks 

Additional Beneficial Skills & Experience:

• Experience with computer aided simulation (FEA, CAE) and manufacturing (CAM)
• Experience with document version control systems (e.g., PDM, SVN, Git, etc.)
• Project experience with motors, control systems, electrical circuits, software development
• Experience with electro-optical (EO) systems such as cameras, lasers, and thermal imaging
• Experience with engineering and production processes (Lean, ISO, etc.)
• Familiarity with engineering standards such as MIL-STD and IEC
• Additional spoken and/or written languages 

Hours:

8am to 4:30pm

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision care

Contact Us to Apply:

Please send your application to hr@currentcorp.com or fill out the form below and include the following:

• “Mechanical Designer” in the subject line
• Résumé/CV
• Cover letter 

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Description

Current Scientific is a growing marine technology company headquartered in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, serving customers worldwide. The company designs and manufactures stabilized electro‑optical systems for use in naval, defence, and specialized marine applications.

Current Scientific maintains a strong focus on internal research and development, continuously investing in product innovation to enhance system performance, reliability, and user experience. Its solutions are deployed by coast guards, naval and paramilitary organizations, and commercial operators requiring high‑precision sensing and surveillance capabilities in demanding maritime environments.