Design & Validation Engineer

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting engineering functions from design, development and implementation of procedures for testing systems and equipment.

Performance Expectations:

• Evaluate static and dynamic stability of Skyjack equipment through engineering calculations and testing in accordance with applicable Standards.
• Develop testing equipment and test plans required for testing and validation
• Develop and carry out validation and test procedures on various components and subsystems presently on Skyjack equipment with an emphasis on providing ideas and solutions to improve reliability and performance.
• Document testing program findings through writing of comprehensive test reports and present findings to management and/or colleagues as required
• Develop technical documentation required for formal certification.
• Maintaining and updating test and data acquisition equipment inventory to ensure the most efficient validation procedures are utilized
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations for improvement.
• Apply a wide variety of established or modified engineering methods or techniques with considerable independence of action.
• Other duties as assigned

Credentials:

• University or college degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or any other relevant engineering based programs.
• Preference will be given to candidates registered or working towards their P.Eng designation.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience as a Test & Validation Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Design Engineer in a mobile/heavy equipment (or related) manufacturing environment.
• Engineering calculation and testing experience essential.
• Design experience and 3D modeling experience essential.
• Strong trouble shooting attributes / skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with a cross functional technical team as well as with manufacturing personnel.
• Ability to work effectively in groups and individually with minimal supervision.
• Confident working with instrumentation and measurement tools.
• Working knowledge of PLC’s or other programmable devises an asset.
• Experience with data acquisition hardware / software (LabVIEW, Somat) an asset.
• Experience with engineering software (Math Cad, FEA, CFD, Automation Studio, and MATLAB Simulink) an asset.
• Troubleshooting of various control circuits, electrical and hydraulic systems an asset.
• Hands on experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic testing and development of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic test plans is an asset.

What Linamar/Skyjack Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

About Skyjack:

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry.

As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the full requirements for this position.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request

• Job Identification 12815
• Job Category Technical
• Posting Date 02/24/2026, 04:36 PM
• Locations 201 Woodlawn Road West, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1B8, CA (On-site)
• Apply Before 03/10/2026, 04:36 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Days
• Vacancy Status This is an existing vacancy