Automation Designer - Mechanical
About the role
#Join Our Team as an Automation Designer - Mechanical at Johnson Electric!
**Location:**Ancaster, Ontario, Canada (onsite)
Salary Range:$80,000-95,000
**Vacancy Type:**Existing Position
**Schedule:**Full‑time
As our nextAutomation Designer – Mechanical, you will support the design and development of custom automation and special‑purpose equipment used in manufacturing environments. This role is anindividual contributorposition focused on mechanical design, detailing, and cross‑functional collaboration. You will work alongside project teams to develop practical, manufacturable automation solutions ranging from material‑handling equipment to automated cells and assembly systems.
This role is well‑suited for a hands‑on mechanical designer with automation exposure who is looking to deepen their technical experience without people‑management responsibilities.
- Opportunity to work on practical, real‑world automation projects
- Collaborative engineering environment with experienced technical peers
- Focused individual contributor role with room to grow technically
- Supportive leadership and well‑defined project structures
- Stable workload aligned with professional work‑life balance
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Design mechanical components and assemblies for automation systems, including tooling, fixtures, gauges, robot cells, and assembly equipment
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine dimensions, materials, tolerances, and process requirements
- Perform basic engineering calculations related to strength, force, speed, and motion
- Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and bills of material usingSolidWorks
- Select standard mechanical components and work with engineering teams to ensure design compatibility
- Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and controls teams to support system integration
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices
- Support manufacturing during equipment build, debug, and integration phases
- Communicate technical information with internal teams, vendors, and suppliers
- Ensure designs comply with applicable safety requirements, internal standards, and customer specifications
- Maintain organized design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or diploma inMechanical Engineeringor related field -3–6 yearsof experience in automation, special‑purpose equipment, or industrial machinery design
- Proficiency withSolidWorksfor mechanical design and detailing
- Working knowledge of automation equipment such as robotic cells, assembly systems, or material‑handling equipment
- Understanding of pneumatic systems and common industrial components (sensors, switches, basic electrical interfaces)
- Familiarity with manufacturing and machining processes
- Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor within a project‑based team environment
##How to Apply:
Apply online at**www.johnsonelectric.com**— we can’t wait to meet you!
##What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers a dynamic engineering environment where innovation and creativity thrive. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues on challenging automation projects, with competitive compensation, benefits, and a culture built to ensureour people can flourish.
We welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Johnson Electric is committed to a barrier‑free and inclusive hiring experience in accordance with applicable legislation.
**Please note:**Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of the selection 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.
Not the right fit? Search for Automation Designer jobs in Ancaster, ON
About Johnson Electric
At Johnson Electric, our vision is to be the world’s definitive provider of innovative and reliable motion systems.
We are a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components, serving a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
Attracting and developing the Right People, putting them in the Right Jobs and providing them with the Right Environment to excel at what they do are the 3 pillars that underlie Johnson Electric’s people strategy and human capital initiatives, with the ultimate vision to become “One Johnson around the world, a great company and a great place to work!”.
In 2016, Johnson Electric Hong Kong was recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies To Work For by HR Asia Magazine. The Group will continue to attract and retain top talents in support of the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.
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Automation Designer - Mechanical
About the role
#Join Our Team as an Automation Designer - Mechanical at Johnson Electric!
**Location:**Ancaster, Ontario, Canada (onsite)
Salary Range:$80,000-95,000
**Vacancy Type:**Existing Position
**Schedule:**Full‑time
As our nextAutomation Designer – Mechanical, you will support the design and development of custom automation and special‑purpose equipment used in manufacturing environments. This role is anindividual contributorposition focused on mechanical design, detailing, and cross‑functional collaboration. You will work alongside project teams to develop practical, manufacturable automation solutions ranging from material‑handling equipment to automated cells and assembly systems.
This role is well‑suited for a hands‑on mechanical designer with automation exposure who is looking to deepen their technical experience without people‑management responsibilities.
- Opportunity to work on practical, real‑world automation projects
- Collaborative engineering environment with experienced technical peers
- Focused individual contributor role with room to grow technically
- Supportive leadership and well‑defined project structures
- Stable workload aligned with professional work‑life balance
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Design mechanical components and assemblies for automation systems, including tooling, fixtures, gauges, robot cells, and assembly equipment
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine dimensions, materials, tolerances, and process requirements
- Perform basic engineering calculations related to strength, force, speed, and motion
- Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and bills of material usingSolidWorks
- Select standard mechanical components and work with engineering teams to ensure design compatibility
- Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and controls teams to support system integration
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices
- Support manufacturing during equipment build, debug, and integration phases
- Communicate technical information with internal teams, vendors, and suppliers
- Ensure designs comply with applicable safety requirements, internal standards, and customer specifications
- Maintain organized design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or diploma inMechanical Engineeringor related field -3–6 yearsof experience in automation, special‑purpose equipment, or industrial machinery design
- Proficiency withSolidWorksfor mechanical design and detailing
- Working knowledge of automation equipment such as robotic cells, assembly systems, or material‑handling equipment
- Understanding of pneumatic systems and common industrial components (sensors, switches, basic electrical interfaces)
- Familiarity with manufacturing and machining processes
- Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor within a project‑based team environment
##How to Apply:
Apply online at**www.johnsonelectric.com**— we can’t wait to meet you!
##What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers a dynamic engineering environment where innovation and creativity thrive. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues on challenging automation projects, with competitive compensation, benefits, and a culture built to ensureour people can flourish.
We welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Johnson Electric is committed to a barrier‑free and inclusive hiring experience in accordance with applicable legislation.
**Please note:**Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of the selection 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.
Not the right fit? Search for Automation Designer jobs in Ancaster, ON
About Johnson Electric
At Johnson Electric, our vision is to be the world’s definitive provider of innovative and reliable motion systems.
We are a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components, serving a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.
Attracting and developing the Right People, putting them in the Right Jobs and providing them with the Right Environment to excel at what they do are the 3 pillars that underlie Johnson Electric’s people strategy and human capital initiatives, with the ultimate vision to become “One Johnson around the world, a great company and a great place to work!”.
In 2016, Johnson Electric Hong Kong was recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies To Work For by HR Asia Magazine. The Group will continue to attract and retain top talents in support of the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.