Senior Mechanical Designer (Automation)

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to join their innovative Life Sciences Systems team. This role involves designing and developing critical automated solutions for the medical and pharmaceutical sectors. You will leverage your extensive mechanical design experience to create detailed drawings, perform engineering calculations, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This forward-thinking company values its people and fosters a culture of growth, innovation, and problem-solving, making it a fantastic place for professionals eager to make a difference in the world. Join a team where your contributions truly matter!

Benefits

Competitive starting salaries

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Mechanical Design experience in Automation.
• Strong knowledge of pneumatics, valves, and servos.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations for machine and tool designs.
• Produce working drawings and analyze designs for compliance.
• Supervise mechanical design efforts and liaise with teams.

Skills

Machine shop techniques

Drafting principles

AutoCAD

Solid Works

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Electrical devices knowledge

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Solid Works

Job description

ATS Company: ATS Corporation

Requisition ID: 7202

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Date: Mar 30, 2025

Senior Mechanical Designer (Automation)

The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team, a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise. We are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies.

Job Description

SKILLS:

• A working knowledge of common machine shop techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of drafting principles.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Solid Works.
• Capable of designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts.
• Capable of working as part of a team.
• Thorough knowledge of the use of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Thorough knowledge of the use of electrical devices (i.e. switches, load cells, LVDT’s, etc.).
• Capable of giving and taking direction.
• Strong ability to conceptualize and create solutions for complex design requirements.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Able to independently complete all specific responsibilities with minimal supervision.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness etc. in the development of equipment, processes, and products.
• Examine feasibility of using one or more machines to carry out sequential operations.
• Produce working drawings, detail drawings, and bills of materials for equipment, sub-assemblies or product, using AutoCAD and Solid Works.
• Analyze designs and systems for compliance to applicable standards (i.e. OSHA, CE or customer specific).
• Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, etc.
• Strictly follow CSA N285/NQA Quality requirements as defined within the manual and procedures.
• Liaise with customers and in-house technical and engineering staff.
• Liaise with vendors for technical information and specifications.
• Communicate all requested design changes to the Mechanical Design Group Leader.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
• Adhere to all ISO procedures pertaining to the job responsibilities.
• Communicate progress on tasks to supervising designer.
• Assist with the Group Leader’s responsibilities during their absence.
• Supervise the mechanical design effort on a project level, delegating tasks to a team of people.
• Organize documentation on projects you are supervising.
• Review electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers.
• Review machine operations and sequences with programmers.
• Assist the fabricators, machinists, toolmaker, and electricians in debugging, integration, resolving problems, and completion of systems.
• Determine tools, fixtures, and equipment to be used in fabrication and assembly of mechanical components and complete assemblies.
• Select appropriate purchase components for mechanical assemblies and create requisitions with appropriate delivery dates.

Additional Information

Education:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering or equivalent.

Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years’ Mechanical Design experience with expertise within an Automation design environment (designs utilizing pneumatics, valves, servos, mechanisms, etc).

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:

• We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team.
• What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world!
• INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our focus is on building diverse teams and stimulating innovation.
• We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development.
• We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries and comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• A place to BELONG: We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability.