Product Designer

Who We Are: Price Industries Limited, North America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of air distribution products ( www.priceindustries.com ). The founding principles of Price have never changed – business integrity, first-class service, innovation and a commitment to people. Our dependable quality, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made Price a market leader in supplying air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products.

After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our success. We are a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization looking for new talent in our growing Winnipeg manufacturing facility.

If you thrive on new challenges, and working in a friendly, team-driven environment, you should consider the following opportunity. What You Can Expect: Health and Dental

• Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services. Manulife Virtual Pharmacy
• Access pharmacy services anytime, anywhere through the Manulife app, with eligible prescriptions delivered directly to your home. Manulife Mental Health and Counselling Services
• Access confidential mental health and wellness support through the Manulife app, with convenient options to book counselling, consultations, and guided programs all in one place. Life and Disability
• You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage. Pension Matching Program
• Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary). Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Employees are eligible for a fitness centre or club membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s. Personal and Professional Development
• We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education. Community Involvement
• Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that. Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee. Mechanical Designer Reports To: Engineering Manager – Fan Coils Position Summary The Mechanical Product Designer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and support of mechanical systems in Applied HVAC products. This role serves as the technical owner for mechanical product design, ensuring standard and custom solutions meet performance requirements, manufacturing objectives, regulatory standards, and cost targets. The position works closely with Electrical Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management and other product teams to support product development, custom engineering requests and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Design and maintain mechanical assemblies, sheet metal components, structural elements, and bills of materials for Applied HVAC products. Create and maintain detailed 3D models, drawings, and product documentation using Solid. Works, Draft. Sight, PDM, and ERP systems. Support new product development, product standardization, cost reduction, and engineering change management activities.

Develop and execute product validation plans, including laboratory testing, performance testing, and design verification activities. Lead design reviews, FMEAs, risk assessments, and pre-production build reviews. Collaborate with Manufacturing to improve assembly efficiency, product quality, and design-for-manufacturing outcomes.

Support production, field service, quality, and customer-related technical issues through troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards and certifications including CSA, UL, AHRI, and building codes. Work cross-functionally with Electrical design, suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or Technology Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. 3+ years of experience designing mechanical systems for manufactured products, HVAC equipment, or industrial equipment. Strong proficiency with Solid. Works, CAD systems, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office. Experience with product development processes, engineering change controls, and manufacturing support.

Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, and design-for-manufacturing principles. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with design and application of AHU’s, Fan Coils, Terminals and other commercial HVAC equipment Experience with refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and thermal systems. Manufacturing experience in a production environment. Experience with electrical and control systems integration. Experience conducting product testing, validation, and qualification activities.

Knowledge of UL, CSA, AHRI, and related HVAC industry standards. Key Competencies Mechanical Design Product Development HVAC Design Fundamentals Sheet Metal and Structural Design Design for Manufacturability Product Validation and Testing Regulatory Compliance Manufacturing Support Root Cause Analysis Continuous Improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration Technical Documentation Should this excellent opportunity interest you, please submit your resume, including salary expectations.

We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.