Manufacturing Engineering – Mechanical

MacLean Engineering; Barrie; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Paid sick time

Flexible benefits

Annual bonus

Shoe allowance

Glasses allowance

Employee assistance

Job summary

MacLean Engineering in Barrie, Ontario seeks a Manufacturing Engineering – Mechanical to bridge Engineering and Production, optimizing processes, reducing costs, and driving quality improvements. You’ll design fixtures, analyze times, and coordinate with vendors and customers on projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving with SolidWorks/AutoCAD, MS Excel, and dynamics AX in a heavy equipment context. Competitive compensation and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years SolidWorks or AutoCAD experience.
• 1–3 years hands-on work in heavy equipment manufacturing.
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Dynamics AX.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between Engineering and Manufacturing to improve processes and quality.
• Develop manufacturing structures, jigs/fixtures and manufacturability plans.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Dynamics AX

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Manufacturing Engineering – Mechanical

SHIFT: 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday

ANNUAL SALARY: $60,000 – $66,000

LOCATION: Barrie, Ontario

MacLean Engineering is looking for a skilled and experienced Manufacturing Engineering – Mechanical to join our team in Barrie, Ontario. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team working with engineering, production, and various other groups, including vendors and customers. This quality-focused role supports the design and manufacture of heavy mobile mining equipment, municipal equipment, and our developing diversified product line to various customers internationally. If you are looking to be challenged, valued, and rewarded with a competitive compensation package in a dynamic and challenging work environment, this position is for you!

About the Position

The Manufacturing Engineering role is to be the liaison between Engineering and the Manufacturing teams with a focus on improving manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce costs as well as develop strategies for improving quality and reducing defects. Responsibilities also include definition of manufacturing structure, jig/fixture design, drawing detailing for manufacturability, creating/implementing quality standards, Pre-Delivery Inspection of equipment, standard time analysis/correction, cycle time improvements, providing quotations, and various other project work. This is a great opportunity to get involved with product and process development and to learn more about the business! The following proficiencies are required:

• Using SolidWorks, add manufacturing details to existing drawings, and to new designs, to outline the optimal manufacturing process for welding, machining, electrical / mechanical assembly, and paint
• Jig, fixture, part, and process design using SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and coordinating release into production with ECN
• Liaise with various internal and external groups to handle exceptions and constructively communicate resolution
• Identify and define incident-based & systematic problems, and implement temporary corrective actions & containment
• Assess manufacturability & manufacturing structure for new products, existing products, insourcing, and outsourcing
• Able to create and interpret complex / multi-discipline blueprints
• Communicate constructively, effectively, and enthusiastically with all levels within the organization. Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Estimate timelines pertaining to manufacturing, rework, design, and other related activity
• Strictly follow safety requirements, including but not limited to wearing PPE, assessing hazards, & ensuring best practices are being followed
• Display strong written & verbal communication skills, particularly in the area of technical writing
• Respond to problems / exceptions and initiate NCR, interim actions, and containment with some support and guidance from peers & peer groups
• Coordinate containment in multiple facilities and branches as required
• Consult with peers & peer groups to assess urgency and severity of issues and recommend corrective actions
• Identify basic Root Cause & perform basic Root Cause Analysis & assist peers & peer groups with complex analysis
• Participate in project planning & manage project tasks as required or assigned by Team Leader or Manager
• Update drawing details in SolidWorks & AutoCAD to provide clarity or specification, not including structural or functional details
• Create SOP and detailed Work Instructions concisely and with some peer consultation
• Identify vendor issues, summarize vendor performance & make recommendations for corrective actions
• Participate in Internal Quality Audits, including scheduling and reporting
• Follow existing SOP’s and assess basic conformance or need for revision
• Participate in / assist with CWB audits, including scheduling and reporting
• Assist with PDI process as required & create MQS specifications with minimal consultation
• Assess manufacturability with some consultation from peer groups & apply routing structure and standard times accurately and independently within the PDM
• Assist peers & peer groups with ECN revisions & processing within PDM for approval
• Assist with Contract Manufacturing estimation / quotation & manage project subsets
• Identify improvement opportunities and assess ROI & implementation of correction with some consultation from peers and peer groups

About You

The successful candidate(s) must have a positive / open-minded team-attitude with excellent communication and time management skills. Willingness to learn, attention to detail, and a high technical aptitude are also required. This position requires some hands‑on problem solving (factory and field) along with in-depth analysis using various computer programs, specifically Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics AX. The successful candidate will have a firm understanding of how to approach problems with different audiences and navigate toward the solution strategically. The following qualifications are required:

• One to Three (1-3) years’ Experience using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• One to Three (1-3) years Hands on experience and exposure in a conventional Heavy Equipment Manufacturing environment
• Or One to Three (1-3) years’ Experience working in a Manufacturing or Industrial setting
• Trade experience in Mechanical Assembly, and conventional fabrication an asset
• Experience in ISO 9001 & CWB 47.1 background
• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion
• Trade Certification in any recognized discipline would be an asset
• Training / certification in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Project is an asset
• Training / certification in Drawing / drafting Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Process Flow definition, Project Management, Planning & Scheduling, Manufacturing Estimating is an asset

This position is for the following shift

12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday

About Us

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks’ vacation annually
• Paid sick and family emergency time
• Free coffee!
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Employee and family assistance program
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual employee bonus$250 annual safety shoe allowance
• $200 bi-annual prescription safety glasses allowance
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ’s and much more

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.