Mechanical Designer

TI Automotive; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TI Automotive seeks an Automation Engineer to design, develop, and coordinate manufacturing of automated equipment and fixtures. You will create conceptual and detailed NX drawings, manage BOMs, and lead projects from design through on-site installation at customer locations.

The role requires hands-on CAD proficiency (NX, IDEAS, Pro/E, SolidWorks, Catia or Unigraphics), blueprint interpretation, and collaboration with suppliers and shop floor teams. Travel to customer sites will be required.

Qualifications

• College diploma or degree (Engineering discipline preferred) and/or CET with design background.
• Three to five years experience in Robot and Automation experience preferred.
• Minimum two years experience in any one of the following software in 3D environment: NX, IDEAS, Pro Engineer, Solid Works, Catia or Unigraphics.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and develop mechanical and pneumatic drawings schematics.
• Proficiency in NX software preferable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Automated equipment, blow/injection moulding machines.
• Experience in designing custom machines to finish and assemble plastic parts is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and within work groups to design, develop, and coordinate the manufacturing of automated equipment/fixtures and finishing machinery
• Develop conceptual designs, final design & detailed assembly drawings on NX
• Complete bill of materials on NX, Excel & Visual Manufacturing
• Manage complete projects from design, manufacture and onsite install at customers locations
• Travel for project meetings to various customer and supplier locations
• Back-up, maintain files and document all activities for the project on assigned job folders. Prepare equipment manuals for customers
• Co-ordinate build of equipment with shop floor or external sub-contractor, issue assembly drawings to supervisor and/or shop floor personnel ensuring completeness
• Periodically meet with suppliers to review purchasing and automation requirements
• Complete projects within assigned time frame and within the budgeted costs
• Periodically travel to local plants to observe and monitor existing machines in operations
• Make sure the project meets the customer advised objective
• Assist in the start-up, testing and troubleshooting of new, existing automated equipment/fixtures and related equipment
• Make sure the equipment designed/manufactured meets the local safety standard as applicable
• Strive for Continuous Improvement and be part of the CI team
• Perform FMEA and technical calculations for the job

Skills

Robot automation

NX software

Pro/Engineer

SolidWorks

Catia

Unigraphics

Blueprint reading

Mechanical drawings

Pneumatic drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

NX

IDEAS

Pro/Engineer

SolidWorks

Catia

Unigraphics

Job description

TI Automotive supplies safety and performance critical products and highly engineered components to the global automotive industry. We have more than 100 years' experience of solving customers' safety, efficiency and environmental challenges. Our exceptional team, powertrain agnostic product portfolio, vertical integration, global footprint and customer proximity make us a trusted partner to all the world's leading OEMs.

Job Summary

To design and develop automation equipment / fixtures and related components within specified parameters in an efficient and functional manner. To assist in the continued advancement and automation of our custom designed machinery.

Job Responsibilities

• Work independently and within work groups to design, develop, and coordinate the manufacturing of automated equipment/fixtures and finishing machinery
• Develop conceptual designs, final design & detailed assembly drawings on "NX"
• Complete bill of materials on "NX, Excel & Visual Manufacturing"
• Manage complete projects from design, manufacture and onsite install at customers locations
• Travel for project meetings to various customer and supplier locations
• Back-up, maintain files and document all activities for the project on assigned job folders. Prepare equipment manuals for customers
• Co-ordinate build of equipment with shop floor or external sub-contractor, issue assembly drawings to supervisor and/or shop floor personnel ensuring completeness
• Periodically meet with suppliers to review purchasing and automation requirements
• Complete projects within assigned time frame and within the budgeted costs
• Periodically travel to local plants to observe and monitor existing machines in operations
• Make sure the project meets the customer advised objective
• Assist in the start-up, testing and troubleshooting of new, existing automated equipment/fixtures and related equipment
• Make sure the equipment designed/manufactured meets the local safety standard as applicable
• Strive for Continuous Improvement and be part of the CI team
• Perform FMEA and technical calculations for the job

Job Qualifications

• College diploma or degree (Engineering discipline preferred) and/or CET with design background
• Three to five years experience in Robot and Automation experience preferred
• Minimum two years experience in any one of the following software in 3D environment: NX, IDEAS, Pro Engineer, Solid Works, Catia or Unigraphics
• Ability to interpret blueprints and develop mechanical and pneumatic drawings schematics
• Proficiency in "NX" software preferable
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Automated equipment, blow/injection moulding machines
• Experience in designing custom machines to finish and assemble plastic parts is preferable

Why TI Automotive?

Benefits

In addition to a workplace that emphasizes respect, teamwork and personal and professional growth, TI Automotive offers a broad range of health, wellness and financial benefits that promote the physical, mental and financial wellbeing of our employees and help them bring their best self to work, including:

• Competitive compensation package
• Competitive PTO Package
• Employee Group Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
• RRSP/DPSP Company Match
• Educational Assistance Program
• Perkopolis Program
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Social events throughout the year
• Internal job opportunities

Background screening protocol is required for this position.