{"id":1558,"date":"2026-11-06T07:37:03","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T12:37:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zion-rc.com\/?p=1558"},"modified":"2026-11-06T07:37:04","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T12:37:04","slug":"job-title-senior-mechanical-engineering-technologist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zion-rc.com\/?p=1558","title":{"rendered":"Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineering Technologist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Reports to:<\/strong> VP of Engineering<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Company:<\/strong> Zion Robotics and Controls Inc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location:<\/strong> 1861 Ambassador Dr. Windsor. ON. N9C4B5<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Terms of Employment:<\/strong> Full-time, On-site position<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vacancy: 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Language of Work:<\/strong> English<\/p>\n\n\n\n


About Zion Robotics & Controls:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A leading tooling company providing cradle-to-grave engineered solutions for the manufacturing industry, incorporating Artificial Intelligence to enhance and differentiate from our customers. We are a nimble, fast-growing systems integrator that designs, builds, and installs automation systems for leading North American and global OEMs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We specialize in taking a customer’s product concept from a clean sheet of paper and engineering and building a complete system to produce that product efficiently, within specified cycle times, and to the highest quality standards. Our multidisciplinary team marries mechanical design, A.I Specialists, Controls, and Manufacturing know-how to deliver turnkey automation cells\u2014on time, on budget, and production ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this role, you will lead the mechanical design effort across complex automation programs and play a key role in shaping our growing engineering team, working for automotive, aerospace, energy and various other industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Position Summary:<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n


The Senior Mechanical Engineering Technologist is responsible for leading the design, development, and execution of custom automation equipment for production manufacturing. This role combines hands-on design with mechanical and electrical technical leadership, proven on floor experience and customer relationship, ensuring on time high-quality deliverables, adherence to standards, and successful project execution<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Act as the Engineering Project Manager to ensure on time, on budget and quality Engineering deliverables<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lead mechanical design activities across multiple automation projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lead interface with Controls Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lead interface with Estimating for support accurate cost estimates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Oversee concepts for custom mechanical equipment for manufacturing applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • If required, Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for:\n
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    • Geo-fixtures and weld tooling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Part locating and holding fixtures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Custom automation tooling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Responsible for change control documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Collaborate with controls engineers, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure design feasibility and integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Review and approve drawings, BOMs (Bill of Material), RWDs (Request for Wiring Diagrams) and design packages<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mentor and support mechanical designers and junior engineers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Interface directly with customers during design reviews and technical discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Support build, debug, and launch activities, including design revisions and on the floor problem solving<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Ensure designs meet applicable OEM standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Oversee and Manage and Validate Load and Stress Analysis, including FEAs, FDS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Ability to quickly Hand Sketch a tool or a Kinematics for review with peers and customers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n


      Qualifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Diploma or degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics or related field<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 7\u201312+ years of experience in mechanical design within automation or tooling environments, from tool detailing to 3D Concept<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Strong 3D modeling skills with the ability to design custom tools and equipment from concept through detailed design<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Proficiency in one or more CAD platforms:\n
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        • CATIA, NX, Inventor (preferred), Solidworks, AutoCAD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Experience with FIDES is an asset<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Deep understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, weldments)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Strong knowledge of tolerance stack-ups and GD&T<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Project Management experience and mind set<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Strong knowledge of electric\/pneumatic controls components<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Proven ability to lead design efforts and mentor team members<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Proven on the floor support, in house and on customer floor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          • Experience in an integrator environment supporting automotive OEMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Exposure to robotics, simulation tools, or digital validation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Experience establishing design standards or libraries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Ability to \u201cKeep your cool\u201d in a tense environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n


            Benefits:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • Competitive salary. $110,000 – $130,000 CAD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Benefits: Health, dental, etc.<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects for leading OEMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Collaborative and supportive work environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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