Mechanical Designer

At BOS Innovations, we design and build advanced automation systems that move manufacturing forward. At BOS Innovations, we’re not just developing solutions; we’re defining the future of industrial automation in Advanced Manufacturing. As a company, we thrive on the integration of leading-edge technologies and foster an environment that empowers personal and professional growth. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to developing talent, BOS offers unmatched opportunities for career advancement, allowing you to find the perfect role that aligns with your skills and aspirations.

Join us to contribute to innovative projects and take your expertise to new heights.

Job Type: Full-Time

Wage: $38/hr. - $44/hr.

Location: London, ON

As a Mechanical Designer, you will develop automation processes and create complete design packages for custom automation systems. You will be responsible for producing cost-effective, high quality, and functional machine designs that meet customer specifications and project timelines. A key part of this role is delivering accurate, detailed drawing packages for manufacturing that support efficient builds and minimize rework.

• Develop mechanical concepts and create mechanical designs in Solid Works for automation systems
• Research and identify mechanical components for projects ensuring they meet application and customer requirements
• Provide guidance and direction to junior design members
• Communicate with suppliers to discuss component specifications, pricing, and lead time
• Interact with Project Management team and customer technical contacts to obtain clarification on customer specifications and to obtain customer information/CAD
• Present concepts/designs at concept reviews, internal design reviews, and at customer design reviews
• Create and assemble detailed drawing packages for the build team, with all necessary tolerance/dimensions, bills of materials, and assembly drawings
• Document information for Customer Manuals:
  As built Drawing package, BOMs, spare parts lists, maintenance items, and OEM documentation
• Identify, troubleshoot and develop solutions to mechanical build issues
• Support the Applications group by developing concepts, calculating cycle time, estimating design labor, and estimating mechanical purchases
• Develop RFQs for major mechanical system purchases and communicate with the supplier(s) involved
• Work with manufacturing team to review drawing accuracy and identifying ways to optimize the design
• Continuous development participation and implementation of BOS Standards for Mechanical Design
• Weekly meeting with Mechanical Design group to discuss to group initiatives, priorities, workload, address any current issues or inefficiencies within the design group and generate solutions
• Regular communication with Mechanical Design Group Lead to identify priorities and review status of projects
• Attend White Board meetings to present status of design and hear status of other disciplines, as well as get updates on urgent issues

MEASUREABLES

• Oversee all aspects of project related to Mechanical Design and ensure it is completed within budgeted hours, purchased component budget and within timeline provided
• Communicate project status regularly with PM & Manufacturing Manager
• Identify project requirements and delegate tasks to team according to skill set, ensuring that budget and timeline expectations are clear
• Identify and communicate safety requirements with Systems team
• Review delegated work of team members to ensure it meets functional requirements
• Mentor and train junior employees in their role and on BOS Standards and Policies

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Timelines, budgets and quality achieved for assigned projects/quotes
• Risks must be identified (Technical risks, budget overages, timelines, etc.), and work to be reduced or eliminated
• Achievement of project goals for projects assigned
• Task Tracker(s), Project Planner and QCC reporting systems maintained

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. BOS welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

You are an experienced mechanical designer with strong skills in developing automation concepts and creating high-quality designs in Solid Works. You have a solid understanding of mechanical components, manufacturing requirements, and how to translate customer specifications into functional, cost-effective automation solutions. You communicate confidently with suppliers, project managers, and customer technical teams, and you are comfortable presenting your work in concept and design reviews.

You excel at producing detailed, accurate drawing packages including BOMs,…