Job Description
Loewen Windows and Doors is the leading manufacturer of premium windows and doors for the luxury market in North America and abroad. In addition to proudly handcrafting enduring products that enhance beautiful architecture, we are an innovative organization that has evolved into a design-driven, technologically advanced company. Our products are beautiful and are built to last through higher standards and authentic materials.
Loewen has an opportunity for a Co-op Student who is either in a Mechanical/Structural Engineering or Technologist program to join us for the summer at our manufacturing facility in Steinbach, MB. This paid Co-op will start in May 2026 (dependent on school schedules). To learn more about Loewen Windows and Doors please visit www.loewen.com
As a Product Development – Co-op Student, you will assist in the development of new products from initial concept thru to manufactured, tested and certified products. Support current product changes and sustainment.
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Duties may include:
- With direction from Design Leader and/or Senior Designers, creation of design/engineering documentation to support product introductions and/or revisions as follows:
- Create/update 3D Models.
- Create/update design drawings and specifications.
- Create/update product rules.
- Create/update Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Create 3D printed parts, as required.
- Create/update product rules.
- Create/update certification testing information packages, as required.
- Assist in gathering and compiling product data for regulatory purposes.
- Apply a design for manufacturing thinking on design solutions developed.
- Take part in and provide feedback at Design review meetings.
- Support PDM, ME and Manufacturing during product related implementations.
- Assist Lab Technician with test unit bucking, testing and root cause analysis as needed.
- Confirm Design effectiveness with involvement in prototyping and testing as needed.
- Follow documented ECN process for all product changes.
- Effectively communicate with internal customers.
- Take part in product idea generation as required.
- Continuous Improvement - continually look for and implement ways to eliminate all types of waste – example process waste.
- As needed - provide support with other team member projects to ensure department goals are successfully met.
- Assist in creation of testing reports and documentation as needed.
Requirements:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor and 3D modeling, MS Word, Excel & Wrike
- Working toward a Mechanical/Structural Engineering or Technologist Diploma.
- Mechanically inclined.
- Strong oral and written English communication and organizational skills.
- Results oriented and ability to work in a time sensitive environment.
- High-level problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Materials and processing knowledge of wood, aluminum, fiberglass, vinyl, etc.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Skills in report writing.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume by February 27, 2026. Interviews will be conducted as resumes are received.
Loewen is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
