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Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG) Inc. is one of Manitoba’s fastest-growing companies, committed to increasing safety in the school bus industry and reducing emissions in the electric vehicle charging sector through our diverse divisions. We design and develop exciting, patented, and innovative technologies that make a real and lasting impact across multiple industries.
At the heart of our success are the values that guide everything we do:
People – our team is what makes us special
Passion – from our hearts and minds, demonstrated through our actions
Priority – we put the customer first, every day, in everything we do
Partnership – with each other, our customers, and our suppliers
We provide a supportive environment where hard work, passions, and goals are recognized. Innovation and collaboration are at the heart of what we do. Share your drive and aspirations with us, and we’ll ensure that your efforts open doors to new opportunities and growth.
The Mechanical Test Engineer is responsible for coordinating and completing product testing and validation activities that support product development, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements. This hands-on role will build and modify prototypes, develop test plans and fixtures, operate specialized lab equipment, analyze results, and prepare clear test reports. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, external laboratories, and customers, you will help ensure products meet performance and compliance requirements before release.
Plan and complete product validation testing based on product development and customer requirements.
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Develop test plans, procedures, fixtures, setups and acceptance criteria.
Build, assemble, modify, and troubleshoot prototypes and pre-production units.
Fabricate and modify parts using 3D printers, CNC equipment, hand tools, basic MIG welding and general metal and wood fabrication tools.
Operate and maintain specialized lab equipment, including optical testing equipment, environmental and UV chambers and electromechanical and electropneumatic test systems.
Execute verification testing, analyze results and prepare clear and thorough test reports.
Coordinate with Supply Chain to obtain prototype parts and manage prototype and test inventory.
Work with external laboratories to coordinate testing, samples, timelines and results.
Support customer interactions related to product testing and validation when required.
Participate in project planning and technical design reviews, providing input on product performance, testability and validation requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support design for manufacturability and assembly.
Maintain internal tools and systems used to track testing activities, equipment, and test data.
Coordinate prototype shop activities and the allocation of test equipment.
Testing activities and reports are completed accurately and on schedule.
Prototypes, test fixtures and equipment setups are built safely and efficiently.
Results are reliable, repeatable and clearly documented.
Product issues and failures are identified, investigated, and communicated promptly.
Prototype parts, test equipment and records are organized and readily available.
Competing priorities and project deadlines are managed effectively.
Technical findings are clearly communicated to internal teams, external laboratories and customers.
Privately held Canadian manufacturer supplying engineered components, illuminated signage, and school-bus safety products to industrial customers.
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