Chef D’équipe Outillage, Spécialiste En Conception / Tooling Group Lead, Design Specialist

Tooling Group Lead, Design Specialist

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world's largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada's Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

The Tool Service organization offers manufacturing, consulting, design, and revision services for tooling. These tools are used for manufacturing, assembly, and testing for programs in service and under development (NPI). As experts, we provide turn-key service worldwide to all Pratt & Whitney Canada production sites. We also work with OEMs, overhaul facilities, partners, and other companies. As the intellectual property owner of our products, we are responsible for their technical support throughout their lifecycle.

The tooling design department specializes in various types of tooling such as manufacturing, assembly, test cell, gauging and measuring, modular, development, lifting and handling, and cutting tools.

This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday with flexible hours, based in Mirabel and performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Design tools that meet design standards and are safe, functional, and producible, with or without reference.
• Analyze customer requests assigned by the group leader to offer the customer appropriate and effective solutions.
• Produce 3D design and detail drawing.
• Perform design reviews with internal customer.
• Support the various projects of the engine assembly and manufacturing lines.
• Participate in problem-solving sessions, project follow-up, and technical and brainstorming.
• Make technical recommendations, when necessary, to project managers to optimize the design.
• Analyze and disposition non-conformities following tool inspection/reinspection.
• Participate in tool validation during tool try-out (as needed).
• Provide user training on the use of tooling (as required).
• Analyze and take action on non-conformities following tool inspection/reinspection.

What do you need to be successful?

• College diploma and/or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years' relevant experience in mechanical design, preferably tooling.
• Experience and knowledge of Catia V5 software
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5M standard or other similar drawing standards
• Specialized knowledge directly related to one of the tooling types.

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers, or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?