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Design Development Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Senior ASIC Display Design Engineer

Markham, ON · On-site

$104.90 - $154.90/hr

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How much do design development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for design development in Ontario is $90,713.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Development vs Design Engineer?

AspectDesign DevelopmentDesign Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in design, architecture, or related fieldBachelor's or master's in engineering, design, or related discipline
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams, design studios, project sitesEngineering offices, manufacturing plants, project sites
Industry UsageArchitecture, product design, industrial designMechanical, civil, electrical engineering projects

Design Development focuses on refining and evolving design concepts, often involving creative and aesthetic decisions. Design Engineers apply engineering principles to develop functional, safe, and manufacturable products or systems. While both roles require technical knowledge, Design Development emphasizes creative design progression, whereas Design Engineers focus on technical feasibility and engineering solutions.

What is design development?

Design development is a phase in the architectural and design process where initial concepts are refined into detailed plans and specifications. During this stage, designers work out the specifics of materials, dimensions, systems, and aesthetics, often collaborating with engineers and consultants. The goal is to translate ideas from the schematic design phase into precise documentation that can be used for construction. This stage helps ensure that the project is feasible, meets client needs, and complies with regulations.

What are some common challenges faced in a design development role and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Design Development often encounter challenges such as balancing creative vision with practical constraints like budget, timeline, and client requirements. Navigating feedback from multiple stakeholders and ensuring that design intent is maintained throughout the development process can also be demanding. These challenges can be addressed by fostering strong communication within cross-functional teams, maintaining detailed documentation, and using iterative design reviews to ensure alignment. By staying adaptable and solution-oriented, design development specialists can help bridge the gap between concept and execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in design development?

To thrive in Design Development, you need a solid background in design principles, project management, and a relevant degree such as architecture, industrial design, or engineering. Familiarity with CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and design documentation systems is typically expected. Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills help you effectively translate concepts into practical solutions and work within multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for delivering innovative, functional designs that meet client needs and project requirements.
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Infographic showing various Design Development job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,713 per year, or $43.6 per hour.

Scientist, Product Development

Apotex

Richmond Hill, ON

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

Formulation Development - New Products supports all activities required to develop, optimise a stable liquid dose formulation to make it suitable for commercial production. The Scientist, Formulations Development works under the direction of Senior members of the Formulations Development team to support the development and enhancement of pharmaceutical formulations, manufacturing processes and selection of packaging components. This role includes development of liquids dosage forms for ANDA, ANDS and 505b2 submissions. The dosage forms include both sterile and non-sterile liquid products, not limited to oral, Nasal, ophthalmic, and injectable dosage forms etc.

Job Responsibilities
  1. Perform literature search, collect relevant scientific information and materials, and prepare comprehensive pre-development summaries.
  2. Design, execute, and monitor formulation development experiments using Quality by Design (QbD) principles to develop robust and scalable product compositions.
  3. Collaborate with Formulation Development (FD) and Analytical Development (AD) teams to:
    • Prepare Reference Listed Drug (RLD) characterization reports
    • Define Quality Target Product Profiles (QTPP)
    • Identify Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs)
  4. Conduct risk assessments as per QbD guidelines and develop Design of Experiments (DoE) for:
    • Composition optimization
    • Identification of Critical Material Attributes (CMAs)
    • Evaluation of Critical Process Parameters (CPPs)
  5. Lead the design, development, and optimization of complex sterile and injectable dosage forms, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations (e.g., FDA, ICH guidelines).
  6. Compile, analyze, and interpret stability data, collaborate with Analytical Development to identify trends, and optimize formulations as required.
  7. Apply strong scientific fundamentals and innovative problem-solving approaches to investigate and resolve complex formulation challenges, including implementation of unconventional techniques when needed.
  8. Develop and implement robust formulation strategies based on QbD and regulatory requirements.
  9. Conduct statistically designed experiments (e.g., factorial design) to meet development objectives and ensure process understanding.
  10. Author, review, and manage technical and regulatory documentation, including:
  • Drug product development sections of dossiers (IND/NDA/ANDA)
  • CMC sections
  • Technical reports, protocols, and summaries
  1. Collaborate cross-functionally with Technical Services, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and other stakeholders to ensure successful product development and lifecycle management.
  2. Support technology transfer, scale-up activities, and regulatory submissions, including responses to regulatory queries.
  3. Perform additional scientific, technical, or project-related duties as required.
Job Requirements
  • Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree (Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical development environment). Master's degree or PhD in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, science or engineering is preferred.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Excellent working and theoretical knowledge of liquid dosage formulations, sterile and non-sterile manufacturing, combination product requirements.
    • 5+ years of hands-on experience in respiratory and/or nasal drug delivery. 3+ years of hands-on experience in sterile/Injectable pharmaceutical formulation development
    • Proven track record of successful formulation development and commercialization.
    • Experience with statistical design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis.
    • Excellent organization and report writing skills. Advance level of computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
    • Good knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $ 77,284.85 - $ 101,198.79CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary.  Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development. 

Apotex will use artificial intelligence to screen, select and/or assess your application for this job.

This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.