Sr. Mechanical Designer

Insight Global; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Waterloo, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to lead the design and development of custom automated machinery.

You will collaborate with project managers, programmers, customers, and manufacturing teams to create innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solutions, delivering on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in mechanical design within an automation environment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks is required.
• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom automated machinery.
• Develop machine concepts and detailed CAD designs; generate BOMs and technical docs.
• Collaborate with project managers, programmers, customers, and manufacturing teams; support assembly and debugging.

Skills

Pneumatics

Vision systems

Education

Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a qualified Senior Mechanical Designer to join a leading automation company based in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will lead the design and development of custom automated machinery, collaborating with project managers, programmers, customers, and manufacturing teams to create innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Responsibilities include developing machine concepts and detailed CAD designs, selecting and integrating mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and sensing components, generating technical documentation and bills of materials, supporting procurement activities, and providing hands‑on technical guidance throughout machine assembly, commissioning, and debugging. This position plays a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with customer expectations while contributing to the successful execution of complex automation systems.

Skills and Requirements

• 8-10+ years of experience in mechanical design or equivalent - majority in an automation environment
• Extensive SolidWorks experience
• Experience with pneumatics or vision systems
• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering
• Valid passport and driver's license

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].