Hybrid Mechanical Design Engineer

at Kepler Communications Inc.

• Job title: Mechanical Design Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Assembly
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Mechanical Design Engineer at Kepler Communications developing mechanical systems for spacecraft. Responsible for mechanical design, prototyping, and thermal analysis of hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical solutions for spacecraft and satellite subsystems from initial concept through to flight qualification
• Design and evaluate thermal and structural solutions using robust simulation models, supported by appropriate analysis tools and calculations
• Demonstrate and document margins of safety against system requirements (e.g. component temperature limits, vibration, static loading, thermal cycling)
• Create parts and assemblies, leveraging CAD tools to draft mechanical drawings for both production and interface control, as well as associated bills of material
• Work closely with other cross-functional engineering teams (RF, electrical, systems, etc.) to develop full product solutions
• Define verification methods and success criteria, including plans to mitigate technical risks through both simulation and physical testing
• Own prototype build and test to generate design feedback and correlate simulation models
• Act as peer reviewer providing technical mentorship to junior members of the team

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or equivalent
• Understanding of design principles for heat transfer, temperature control, statics, and dynamics
• Experience in verifying designs through Finite Element Analysis and testing
• Experience with one or more CAD tools (Onshape, Creo, Solidworks, etc.)
• Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly practices
• Strong communication and documentation skills working in a multidisciplinary team
• Comfortable in an R&D lab environment
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
• Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
• Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
• Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
• Relocation packages available for approved roles.
• $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
• Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
• Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
• We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!