About this role
Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world. At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them. Total Compensation and Benefits Pay Rate: $30.77-$42.31 per hour Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus Stock Purchase Plan 3 Weeks Vacation Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.) Employee Development Programs 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 SolidWorks. 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. 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 Manager, Automation Engineering OR Product Specialist. Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. Adhere to all ISO procedures pertaining to the job responsibilities. Responsible for communicating progress on tasks to supervising designer. Formalize and update drawing documentation. Create drawings of existing tooling through the use of precision measuring devises such as verniers and micrometers. Liaise with fabricators, machinists, toolmaker and electricians in the completion of equipment and resolving problems. May periodically assist the Engineering Administrative Assistant in preparing customer documentation. Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct. Qualifications Education: A post secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering or equivalent. Skills: A working knowledge of common machine shop techniques. Must have a thorough knowledge of drafting principles. Must be proficient in SolidWorks Must be capable of designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts. Must be capable of working as part of a team. An understanding of the use of pneumatics and hydraulics. An understanding of the use of electrical devices. (I.e. switches, load cells, LVDT’s, etc.) Must be capable of taking direction. Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation? Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more. We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program. The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization. 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 personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary. The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment. If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.