Advanced Automation Mechanical Designer

Location: Ancaster, ON (Onsite)
Department: Automation
Salary Range: $90K-115K annually
Vacancy Type: Existing Position

As our next Advanced Automation Mechanical Designer, you will

provide advanced technical leadership in the design and execution of complex automation systems and production equipment. This role is responsible for developing innovative technical solutions, leading major design activities, mentoring design staff, and driving engineering excellence across projects.

This Senior Designer serves as a technical authority within the department and plays a significant role in customer engagement, concept development, risk reduction, and engineering strategy.

• Employee Well-being: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.
• Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.
• Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
• Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.

• Lead the design and technical execution of large-scale or highly complex automation systems.
• Develop innovative automation concepts for assembly, inspection, testing, packaging, and material handling applications.
• Provide advanced engineering analysis related to machine dynamics, structural integrity, motion systems, and manufacturability.
• Establish overall machine architecture and technical direction for projects.
• Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and customer standards.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Junior and Intermediate Designers.
• Support Project Leads and Engineering Management in technical planning and resource allocation.
• Interface directly with customers to present concepts, resolve technical concerns, and support project execution.
• Drive design standardization, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support proposal development including concept generation, risk assessment, costing input, and labour estimation.
• Assist manufacturing and integration teams with troubleshooting and advanced problem resolution.
• Evaluate and implement emerging automation technologies and engineering methods.

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–12+ years of automation or special-purpose equipment design experience.
• Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks and advanced machine design practices.
• Extensive experience with robotic integration, servo motion systems, pneumatics, and industrial automation.

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can't wait to meet you!

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our 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 company's 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.