Burlington, Ontario | Onsite With Travel | CAD $80,000 – $90,000 + Benefits
Are You Ready For Your Next Challenge?
As the Mechanical Designer, reporting directly to our Engineering manager. You will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components, machinery, tooling, and automated equipment.
Reports To: Engineering Manager
To apply, send your resume to careers@readysystems.com
Key Responsibilities
- Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Design mechanical components, machine frames, fixtures, tooling, conveyors, guarding, and automation equipment.
- Prepare detailed drawings with dimensions, tolerances, materials, and manufacturing specifications.
- Develop BOMs (Bills of Materials) and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
- Select mechanical components such as bearings, motors, gearboxes, cylinders, linear guides, actuators, fasteners, and structural materials.
- Work with electrical and controls engineers to integrate mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
- Perform design calculations and basic mechanical analysis as required.
- Review designs for manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, cost, and safety.
- Support prototype development, fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement design modifications or improvements.
- Review supplier drawings and coordinate with vendors for custom components.
- Participate in design reviews and provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams.
- Maintain drawing revisions, engineering change orders, and project documentation.
- Ensure designs meet customer requirements, applicable standards, and company specifications.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in industrial automation, manufacturing, machinery, or robotics.
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.
- Experience with 3D modeling, mechanical assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, welding, sheet metal, and material selection.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of pneumatic and mechanical systems.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet engineering deadlines.
Physical & Safety Tasks
All applicants must be able to perform the following tasks as part of their player-coach operational responsibilities:
- Walk up to 5 km per day during manufacturing floor oversight and plant walkthroughs.
- Stand and work at heights or navigate tight operational environments during commissioning phases.
- React quickly to visual and auditory factory alerts.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety footwear, safety eyewear, vests, and high-visibility gear during site visits.
Compensation & Benefits
- CAD $80,000 – $90,000
- Performance-linked bonuses aligned with the corporate strategy roadmap.
- Company-sponsored pension
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement matching benefits.
- Paid travel and expenses.
- Opportunities for leadership development in a growing, innovation-focused company
About Ready Systems
Ready Systems is a powerhouse in specialized industrial automation, assembly solutions, and advanced material handling. Operating since 2007, we design and integrate complex conveyor systems, robotics, and PLC platforms across North America and Europe, with a dominant niche leadership in the high-stakes automotive seating vertical.
Why Join Ready Systems?
At Ready Systems, our goal is to be an ecosystem that makes us the preferred destination for the professionals we seek to hire. We strive to be a scalable, no B-S, organization built on repeatable, data-driven processes.
How to Apply
To apply, send your resume to careers@readysystems.com
While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ready Systems welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
AI Disclosure
Ready Systems does not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates.
Vacancy Disclosure
This posting is for an existing vacancy.