Mechanical Designer Automation

Join our team as a Mechanical Designer Automation!

Johnson Electric Ancaster Ontario Canada (100% Onsite)

Salary Range: $90100 $100000 annually
Employment Type: FullTime Permanent
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Language Requirement: Proficient in English
Reports To: Automation Engineering Manager

As a Mechanical Designer Automation at Johnson Electric you will be responsible for analyzing concepting and designing advanced production automation solutions supporting our manufacturing operations. This role plays a critical part in developing mechanical designs for automated equipment robotic systems and specialpurpose machinery while ensuring compliance with safety standards customer requirements and project timelines.

Youll collaborate closely with automation engineers electrical designers manufacturing teams and external vendors to deliver innovative reliable and scalable automation solutions.

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Recognition Programs Employee recognition and longservice awards.

• Strong Benefits Health dental vision outofcountry coverage short and longterm disability.

• Paid Time & Support Paid overtime after 40 hours paid meal breaks sick days floaters and safety allowances.

• Innovation & Growth Work in a technically advanced automation environment with opportunities to influence design standards.

• Retirement Security Competitive and generous pension plan.

What Youll Be Doing

• Design robotic and automated assembly systems production gauges errorproofing devices assembly jigs and automation equipment.

• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine dimensional material and mechanical requirements.

• Perform engineering calculations related to strength of materials speeds forces horsepower temperature and pressure.

• Evaluate designs for compliance with machine safety standards AGC requirements and customer specifications.

• Collaborate with electrical designers to define input/output devices and electrical interface requirements.

• Review machine sequences and operations with crossfunctional project teams.

• Select purchased components for mechanical assemblies and create requisitions with appropriate delivery timelines.

• Produce working drawings detailed drawings and bills of materials using SolidWorks for assemblies and subassemblies.

• Review drawings for accuracy material selection machining methods finishes and hardness.

• Support manufacturing during build debug integration and commissioning by resolving mechanical design issues.

• Communicate with customers internal engineering teams and vendors regarding technical requirements and specifications.

• Manage and communicate design changes with the Automation Group and leadership team.

• Provide time estimates resource requirements and design status updates to the Automation Engineering Manager.

• Periodically oversee mechanical design efforts at the project level and delegate work to team members.

• Organize and maintain project documentation including quotes drawings schedules correspondence and requisitions.

• Assist with proposals and estimate mechanical design labor hours.

• Support the development of design and departmental standards.

• Provide guidance and oversight to Coop students and Junior Designers as required.

• Adhere to health safety and quality system requirements.

• Coordinate and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What Were Looking For

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in specialpurpose equipment and/or automation design.

• Proven experience designing new pump assembly lines and retrofitting existing production lines.

• Handson experience designing robotic cells.

• Experience with AMR / AGV system design and integration.

• Experience with automated solutions for powder metal operations including compacting and sintering.

• Strong proficiency using SolidWorks.

Technical & Skill Requirements

• Strong understanding of automation equipment and mechanical system design.

• Working knowledge of common machine shop techniques.

• Advanced ability to conceptualize and develop solutions for complex mechanical design challenges often from sketches or verbal concepts.

• Thorough understanding of pneumatic systems and electrical devices such as switches load cells and LVDTs.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Capable of giving and receiving direction in a projectbased environment.

• Strong teamoriented mindset with effective collaboration skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.

• High level of integrity dependability sense of urgency and results orientation.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Office and manufacturing environment with regular interaction on the shop floor.

• Occasional exposure to machinery noise and manufacturing processes.

• Ability to provide handson support during equipment build integration and debug activities as required.

How to apply: email . By mail: Johnson Electric Motion Technology Ltd. 1310 Cormorant Rd Ancaster ON L9G 4V5 or Fax:

What We Offer

Johnson Electric offers talented individuals the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a global organization driven by innovation collaboration and strong values. Along with competitive compensation and benefits youll join a culture that ensures our most important assetour peoplecan thrive.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any part of the selection process.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrierfree recruitment and selection process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment process.

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.