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Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Tool Designer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMirabel, QC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a College Diploma (DEC) in Mechanical Engineering with strong relevant experience.
  • Membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) is an asset or required depending on the job level.
  • At least 5 years of experience in the industrial sector, ideally in mechanical tooling design, modification, and management.
  • Mastery of tooling design best practices and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Proficiency in 3D computer-aided design software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Inventor, and a product data management/product lifecycle management system.
  • Knowledge of English is required for interactions with worldwide Airbus entities, suppliers, and customers.

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize technical solutions, perform 3D modeling and concept reviews, and create 2D drawings while ensuring design for manufacturing, cycle time and ergonomics, reliability and maintainability, and compliance with safety standards.
  • Interpret, validate, and enforce drawings, specifications, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturability requirements, including design for manufacturing and design for assembly.
  • Lead multidisciplinary design reviews, facilitate meetings, and ensure engagement of internal stakeholders.
  • Attend external and internal tooling buy-offs, validate process repeatability and capability, track non-conformities, and require corrective actions.
  • Plan, coordinate, and schedule external engineering services, and ensure the quality of technical documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, operational ergonomics, and internal regulations; ensure receipt of native computer-aided design files, 2D drawings, parts lists/bills of materials, and maintenance manuals.
  • Take charge of line-stop issues, establish an action plan, and communicate it clearly to the multidisciplinary team.
  • Apply structured methodologies, including 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and 8D, to resolve recurring tooling issues.
  • Coordinate internal workforce and external stakeholders during equipment interventions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for operations and internal customers during Andon events.
  • Propose and design modifications or optimizations to existing tooling to increase production-line efficiency and reliability.

About the Company

Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Airbus designs and manufactures a wide range of aerospace products, including commercial airplanes, helicopters, defense systems, and space technologies. Its aircraft and rotorcraft are built with integrated airframes, propulsion, avionics, and digital systems to carry passengers, cargo, or conduct military missions, while its space division covers satellites, orbital infrastructure, launch services, and secure communications. Airbus differentiates itself with an end-to-end portfolio across commercial, defense, and space, a global manufacturing and services network, and a focus on sustainability and digital transformation. Its goal is to enable global mobility and connectivity while reducing aviation’s environmental impact through sustainable aviation and collaborative innovation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970

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