EIT Mechatronics

Weir

Mississauga

On-site

CAD 85,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Global inclusion networks

Regional benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support for family

Global collaboration

Study support

Job summary

Weir in Mississauga, Canada, is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer in Training (EIT) to design and integrate automation systems for Synertrex sensing technologies and Digital Next solutions, with 20-40% travel.

This onsite role offers hands-on installation, testing, and collaboration with customers and global teams to enable reliable, data‑driven monitoring and safer operations. You’ll build on a strong engineering foundation and contribute to a sustainable future through end-to-end system delivery.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or equivalent engineering discipline.
0–4 years in instrumentation, control systems development, and customer-facing roles.
Proficiency in PLC programming and Modbus TCP/IP.
Strong cross-team communication abilities.

Responsibilities

System design, specification, and development of automation and control systems for Synertrex and Digital Next solutions.
Installation, startup, and customer adoption support at sites with technical guidance.
Equipment management, testing, and maintenance for reliability and performance.
Act as a technical liaison with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
Generate installation guidelines and SOPs in line with electrical standards.
Travel 20–40% domestically and some international trips.
Maintain safety culture and compliance in all activities.

Skills

Mechatronics

PLC programming

Instrumentation

Customer-facing

Communication

Mississauga familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Modbus TCP/IP

Job description

Mechatronics Engineer in Training (EIT)

Location: Mississauga, Canada
Work Arrangement: Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

System Design & Integration: Design, specify, and develop automation and control systems for Synertrex sensing technologies and Digital Next solutions, integrating monitoring equipment into engineered products such as pump houses and barges.
Installation & Support: Support installation, startup, and customer adoption of monitoring systems at customer sites, providing technical guidance and training to field personnel and customers.
Equipment Management: Manage procurement, installation, testing, and maintenance of control and condition monitoring equipment to ensure machine reliability and optimal performance.
Customer & Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a technical liaison with customers, vendors, and internal teams to understand requirements, provide advice, and support sales and operational activities.
Documentation & Compliance: Generate functional requirements, installation guidelines, and SOPs in compliance with electrical standards (CE, UL, NEC).
Travel: Expect 20-40% travel, primarily domestic with some international trips, to support installations, startups, and customer engagements.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline
0-4 years of experience in instrumentation, control systems development, and customer-facing technical roles
Proficiency in PLC programming, microcontroller programming, and knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with customers

Nice-to-haves:

Experience with robotics, sensor integration, and digital monitoring platforms
Knowledge of industrial networking and IoT technologies
Previous exposure to minerals processing equipment or industrial automation environments
Experience supporting complex installations and system integration projects

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

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