Johnson Electric
Mechanical Designer - Automation Systems
Canada, Ancaster · On-site · Posted 2026-11-05
Join Our Team as a Mechanical Designer - Automation Systems at Johnson Electric!
Location: Ancaster, ON (onsite) Salary Range: $70,000-$120,000 annually Schedule: Straight Day Shift
The compensation range for this position is $70,000-$120,000 annually. Placement within the range will depend on the selected candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and overall assessment during the hiring process. This is not an entry-level role, and 3+ years of direct, hands-on work experience is required.
As our next Mechanical Designer - Automation Systems, you’ll analyze, conceptualize, and design production automation solutions ranging from material handling and fully automated product inspection cells to complete pump assembly lines. Your mechanical design expertise, knowledge of electrical and pneumatic motion systems, and understanding of design for manufacture and maintenance will be essential as you develop practical, innovative automation solutions.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and automation projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible. • Professional Growth: Build your skills through continuous learning, training, and hands-on project experience. • Collaborative Culture: Work alongside engineering, technical, manufacturing, and project teams in a knowledge-sharing environment. • Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. • Global Presence: Be part of a global organization working with diverse teams and technologies.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Design mechanical systems for robotic cells, assembly systems, production gauges, error-proofing solutions, and assembly jigs. • Analyze engineering drawings and specifications and perform engineering calculations related to materials, speed, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, and other design requirements. • Produce working drawings, detailed drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks while selecting appropriate components for mechanical assemblies. • Ensure designs comply with applicable machine safety, GAA, customer-specific, and other required standards. • Coordinate electrical requirements and machine operations with electrical designers and cross-functional project teams. • Support equipment build, debug, and integration by resolving manufacturing issues and communicating technical requirements with customers, internal teams, and vendors. • Provide design estimates, resource requirements, progress updates, project documentation, and mechanical design labor estimates to support successful project execution. • Support project-level mechanical design activities, continuous improvement initiatives, and design standards while providing guidance to Co-op students and Junior Designers as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of direct, hands-on automation design experience. • Proficiency in SolidWorks with the ability to conceptualize and develop mechanical solutions for complex automation requirements. • Thorough knowledge of pneumatic systems and electrical devices, including switches, load cells, and LVDTs. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications and apply sound mechanical design and engineering principles. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with effective written and verbal communication skills, strong integrity, dependability, urgency, and a results-oriented approach.
Bonus Points If You Have:
• Experience designing robotic cells and assembly systems. • Working knowledge of common machine shop techniques. • Experience supporting equipment build, debug, and integration. • Experience guiding Co-op students or Junior Designers.
How to Apply: Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!
What We Offer: 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 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 applicable legislation, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our 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 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.
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