JOIN PK AND BE PART OF A GROWING GLOBAL COMPANY WITH AN AMAZING BRAND AND INDUSTRY-CHANGING TECHNOLOGY!
- Design for Manufacturing Excellence: Play a pivotal role in revolutionizing loudspeaker manufacturing. Enhance product designs and develop advanced manufacturing processes that set new benchmarks in the industry.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Apply your expertise in methodologies like Kaizen and 5S to constantly refine our manufacturing processes. Your efforts will not only improve efficiency but also contribute to the evolution of manufacturing standards.
- Vendor Collaboration and Quality Assurance: Work closely with vendors to ensure the highest quality of materials and components. Your role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and performance of our loudspeakers.
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration: Engage with R&D, production, and supply chain teams to synchronize efforts and enhance overall operational efficiency.
PK Sound is currently looking for a creative, self-starting Mechanical Engineer who is ready to learn and assist in the development of new products with passion and precision. You will contribute to the design and implementation of new PK loudspeaker products. You will also participate in shaping the future of the professional live sound industry by performing groundbreaking and innovative research to further propel PK’s products to the next level. Working with customers across the globe on some of the highest-profile events and venues, what you create will have a significant impact not only on the company but the millions of people who enjoy experiencing our loudspeakers.
Benefits of Working at PK Sound:
Competitive wages
Working with cutting-edge technology
Fun work environment
Attractive benefits
Free parking
Onsite gym
Company excursions
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research, design, prototype, and test novel loudspeaker components and systems.
- Optimize and cost reduce existing components and systems.
- Use SolidWorks to create 3D mechanical models, technical drawings (i.e., construction, assembly, and as-fitted drawings), and bills of materials.
- Perform FEA Simulations and interpret their results to improve designs.
- Triage, solve, and optimize manufacturing quality issues and assembly processes.
- Collaborate with the acoustic engineering team to ensure mechanical designs meet sound quality and performance criteria.
- Analyze feedback to identify areas of improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring transparent communication with management and product managers.
- Ensure all designs and modifications are well-documented for future reference.
- Participate in new product introduction activities to ensure efficient product development cycles across multiple departments.
- Oversee comprehensive documentation, ensure industry standards compliance, and create user manuals.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in the audio or electronics manufacturing industry.
- Proficiency in Mechanical CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for designing and simulating mechanical components.
- Experience performing FEA analysis and interpreting results (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS, COMSOL)
- Experience in creating technical drawings for part manufacturing purposes.
- Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, techniques, and machinery.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Critical and pragmatic thinking
- A collaborative, ego-free approach to problem solving
- Strong analytical skills to identify and solve design and production challenges.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends and technologies.
Preference given to candidates with:
- Acoustical engineering knowledge.
- Knowledge of loudspeakers enclosure design and principles.
- Knowledge or experience in robotics assembly integration.
- Knowledge of lean/Six Sigma manufacturing principles
- Experience with designing parts for manufacturing with injection molding, die-casting, and CNC machining processes.
- Effective collaboration with electrical and acoustical engineers.
- Agile product development lifecycle experience (kanban, scrum).
- Experience working in the professional live sound industry.
EDUCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Mechanical engineering degree preferred or related experience.
- 5+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
- The ability to travel without restriction.
ABOUT PK SOUND
PK Sound is a global, advanced loudspeaker manufacturer, proudly headquartered in Calgary, Alberta Canada. We pride ourselves on being a fresh alternative to the status quo, providing creative and innovative solutions in an ever-evolving marketplace. It is one thing to hear music, it is another to experience it. PK Sound was born out of the marriage of acoustic engineering and human emotion, in facilitation of the connection between artist and fan. We measure performance as much in the reaction of a devoted fan as in the read-out of a lab instrument. In all we do, wherever the PK logo appears, there can be no compromise, and no end in our desire to achieve new standards of performance, better ways of collaboration, and new avenues of innovation to advance industry technology for all.
There is no doubt we work hard, but we share in the success, and we have a lot of fun doing it. If you are looking for a company with an amazing brand, industry-changing technology, an exceptional workplace environment, and that is poised to aggressively grow on the global market, this job is for you!
CAREER GROWTH
At PK Sound, we believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities for growth and development. As a team member with PK Sound, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with a dynamic team, and take on new challenges that will expand your skills. We offer training and mentorship programs to support your professional development and encourage you to take ownership of your career path. Join us and discover the potential for long-term growth and advancement at PK Sound.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Stock options
Application question(s):
- What aspects of the role at PK Sound particularly appeal to you, and how do they align with your professional interests and career objectives?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- ERP systems: 2 years (preferred)
- Quality Control & Process Improvement: 5 years (required)
- Lean manufacturing: 5 years (required)
- CAD software: 5 years (required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rocky View, AB (required)
Work Location: In person
