Lead Mechatronics Engineer

TPD® Workforce Solutions; North Bay; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term advancement opportunities

Job summary

TPD Workforce Solutions is helping a growing manufacturer of custom mining and industrial equipment find a Lead Mechatronics Engineer to establish and lead the controls discipline, set standards, and guide projects from concept through commissioning.

You will design, review, seal electrical control systems and documents, develop PLC/HMI apps on Siemens, Rockwell/AB, IQAN, ensure CSA/CEC/UL compliance, and mentor junior engineers while remaining hands-on.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• P.Eng designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• At least five years of industrial controls and automation engineering experience.
• Strong experience with PLC programming and HMI development.
• Familiarity with CSA, CEC, UL, NFPA, IEC machinery safety standards.
• Experience leading FAT, SAT and equipment commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the company’s controls engineering discipline, including standards and best practices.
• Design, review, approve, and seal electrical control systems and wiring diagrams.
• Develop, review, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications on major platforms.
• Ensure design compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing and support Site Acceptance Testing and commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and technologists.

Skills

Leadership

Industrial automation

PLC programming

HMI development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering

P.Eng designation with PEO

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

IQAN

Job description

Are you a licensed Professional Engineer ready to build and lead a controls engineering discipline? Our client, a growing manufacturer of custom equipment for the mining and industrial sectors, is seeking a Lead Mechatronics Engineer to strengthen its electrical and automation capabilities. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where you will influence engineering standards, guide projects from concept through commissioning, and help shape the future of the controls team.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• Take ownership of a growing controls engineering discipline and influence its future direction
• Work on complex, custom-engineered equipment for mining and industrial applications
• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from concept and design to FAT and commissioning
• Mentor junior engineers and technologists while remaining technically hands-on
• Join an established, growing organization with long-term advancement opportunities
• Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Establish and lead the company’s controls engineering discipline, including standards, templates, and best practices
• Design, review, approve, and seal electrical control systems, schematics, wiring diagrams, and related engineering documents
• Develop, review, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications using Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, IQAN, and other automation platforms
• Ensure designs comply with CSA, CEC, UL, NFPA, IEC, machinery safety, and customer requirements
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing and support Site Acceptance Testing, equipment commissioning, and customer start-up
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, designers, and technologists

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• A bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• A P.Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario, with the ability to review, approve, and seal engineering documents
• At least five years of industrial controls and automation engineering experience
• Strong experience with PLC programming, HMI development, electrical controls, VFDs, and industrial automation systems
• Knowledge of applicable CSA, CEC, UL, NFPA, IEC, and machinery safety standards
• Strong engineering judgment, leadership abilities, and experience supporting FAT, SAT, and equipment commissioning

ABOUT US:

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.