Product Developer – Skates

CCM Hockey is present worldwide, we have offices in Canada, the United States, Sweden, Finland, Germany and Taiwan. Our headquarters are located in Montreal, where we create and develop our equipment. Our mission is to inspire dreams and empower every player to fulfill their passion while enjoying their game. Our team's vision is to be the leading brand on and off the ice, by delivering innovative products and outstanding experience to our athletes and partners everywhere, all while putting our employees and communities at the forefront. We aim to unlock the full potential of every CCM athlete from pond to forum by delivering innovation to maximize performance and ignite in them the self-confidence to chase their dream. We’re looking for passionate players who share our core values and will help us become THE industry leader!

At CCM Hockey, we live our values everyday:

Authenticity: Standing up for who you are, doing what you mean and what you believe in.

Empowerment: Through their unique contributions, each person is different, each person is important, and each person has the opportunity to make a difference.

Teamwork: A team that works together always beats a team of highly skilled individual players.

Respect: Valuing differences and allowing others to express themselves when working together, to achieve common goals, to grow and succeed as a company.

Job Summary

The Product Developer – Skates works to build the skates of the future, worn by professional players and thousands of players worldwide. As a key member of the Skates R&D team, they lead development and innovation projects from concept to production, with a strong focus on innovation at a world class level; next-generation materials and constructions.

Through design, material exploration, testing, data analysis and close collaboration with the mechanical and performance labs, they turn new ideas into validated, manufacturable products that raise the bar on performance, fit and durability.

Key accountabilities

Innovation and materials

• Lead the research and development of next-generation materials and constructions for skate boots, blade holders and other components
• Develop new concepts and technologies that drive future design work, in collaboration with the Advanced Concepts team
• Work with material suppliers to evaluate, prototype and implement new technologies that improve performance, durability and quality
• Keep a lookout on trends in materials, composites and the sporting goods industry, and turn insights into concrete product opportunities

Product development

• Lead development work on selected skate projects following the COMPASS process, as part of the development triad with Product Management and Design
• Define performance and durability requirements and product specifications
• Manage timelines, deliverables and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Testing and validation

• Coordinate closely with the mechanical lab and performance lab to define test protocols and validate product performance
• Support field testing with players and integrate feedback into design iterations
• Perform data analysis and reporting to issue clear improvement recommendations

Industrialization

• Collaborate with the CCM development team in Asia, Sourcing and manufacturing partners to introduce, troubleshoot and industrialize new technologies
• Optimize costing, specifications and processes while maintaining high quality standards

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Materials or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in hard goods development and/or project management; sporting goods experience is an asset
• In-depth knowledge of product design, development and manufacturing processes
• Experience with materials development, testing or characterization (polymers, composites, foams, textiles) is a strong asset
• Good knowledge of hockey and sports in general is an asset

Skills and competencies

Technical

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA or similar) is a strong asset
• Ability to interpret hand sketches and 2D / 3D technical drawings
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn test data into clear recommendations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; knowledge of manufacturing support tools is a plus

Professional

• Strong project management, organization, rigor and structure
• Innovative mindset: curious, solution-driven and eager to challenge the status quo
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, take initiative and stay agile
• Ability to prioritize and meet internal timelines, with a strong sense of ownership
• Excellent communication and ability to positively influence internal and external stakeholders from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written command of French and English

WHY JOIN THE CCM TEAM?

• Competitive salaries, including a performance-based bonus program. 
• Full range of group insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) from Day 1.
• Group retirement pension plan with employer matching (up to 5% of base salary).
• 3 weeks of vacation per year prorated as of your start date.
• Discounted prices on CCM products.
• Free gym at the head office.
• Fun social events throughout the year.

At CCM Hockey, we celebrate the difference for the benefit of our employees, our products and our collaborators. We work to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age or other motives, can give the best of themselves.

Please note that only retained candidates will be contacted. We respectfully ask agencies to not contact us or send unsolicited applications. We thank all applicants for their interest.

*Please note that the benefits may vary depending on the location and the position. All unionized employees are governed by the collective agreement.