Mechanical Engineering Lead

Job Summary

We are recruiting a mechanical engineering lead to join our engineering team and support the development of pre-engineered automation solutions and complementary products. This is a hands-on technical leadership role suited for an engineer who combines strong mechanical design expertise with the ability to lead projects and collaborate across disciplines.

The successful candidate will work closely with mechanical, electrical/controls, software, and robotics teams to deliver integrated, high-performance automation systems. This role requires a strong working understanding of how mechanical design decisions influence controls architecture, software behavior, and robotic system performance to ensure reliable, scalable, and maintainable automation solutions.

The ideal candidate is creative, inquisitive and analytical, with a strong focus on product innovation and continuous improvement. In addition to contributing technically, this individual will take on increasing responsibility for technical leadership, providing technical direction within assigned projects, guiding design decisions and trade-offs, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and mentoring team members, with a clear path toward a formal people management role.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• To report directly to the Engineering Manager and communicate all relevant matters pertaining to the engineering team.
• Lead design of automated industrial machinery and robotic systems, translating requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions.
• Develop, review, and approve 3D models, drawings, assemblies, BOMs, and supporting documentation.
• Apply engineering calculations, analysis, prototyping, and test data to support design decisions and ensure performance in harsh industrial environments.
• Support build, commissioning, production, and service activities, including troubleshooting and shop-floor issue resolution.
• Coordinate mechanical design with electrical, controls, software, robotics, production, and project stakeholders.
• Define and manage mechanical interfaces with electromechanical components, ensuring proper integration with controls, wiring access, maintenance, and robotic constraints (reach, clearance, repeatability).
• Lead or support design reviews, risk assessments, FMEA, test planning, and validation activities.
• Interpret and apply applicable compliance, safety, customer, and internal engineering requirements.
• Identify and communicate risks, assumptions, constraints, and issues with recommended actions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Continued)

• Provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, interns, and technicians.
• Own and coordinate execution within assigned projects, including task delegation, progress tracking, and delivery to quality, schedule, and requirements.
• Support system integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting with emphasis on mechanical interaction within cross-functional systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, including root-cause analysis, engineering changes, and enhancement of standards, templates, and design practices.
• To fully abide and actively support Lincoln Electric’s Environmental Health & Safety policies, practices and procedures with respect to protecting the environment, the conservation of nature resources and the Health & Safety of all employees.
• To participate co-operatively as an employee within the company Performance Appraisal Process and Merit Rating System.
• To actively participate in company, staff or individual one-on-one meetings on an ongoing basis for the purposes of effective teamwork, enhanced communication and progressive co-operation strategies within the department as well as other departments across the company.
• To conduct any general duties, specific projects and responsibilities as assigned or required by the Engineering Manager in a timely and professional manner.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirement

• Minimum of B.S. or B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience in industrial automation, robotic systems, custom machinery, manufacturing equipment, or a similar environment.
• Experience leading or coordinating mechanical design work packages from concept through release, build support, and issue resolution.
• Cross-functional engineering experience involving mechanical, electrical, controls, and software disciplines, with demonstrated ability to work at system level across design, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with DFM, DFA, tolerance analysis, and practical machine design.
• Experience with project execution, task coordination, or technical project leadership.
• Experience mentoring, guiding, or providing technical direction to engineers, designers, interns, or technicians is an asset.
• Experience with industrial machinery, robotic automation, material handling, cutting or welding systems is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work through influence, coordination, and follow-through.

Technical Skills

• Proficient with 3D CAD tools and experienced with 2D CAD tools; SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 tools, including Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong mathematics, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply shop practices, engineering calculations, and manufacturing knowledge to practical design execution.
• Practical understanding of mechanical systems, fabricated structures, machined components, sheet metal, fasteners and purchased components.
• Strong familiarity with sensors, actuators, operator controls, protective devices, robots, cable routing, and electromechanical interfaces is an asset.
• Familiarity with FMEA, risk assessments, test planning, design validation, and engineering change processes is an asset.

Physical Demand and Work Environment

• Physical demands: while performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit for extended periods of time; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Repetition with activity; computer work. 
• Manufacturing environment; may be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, and machinery with moving parts.
• Competitive Compensation Package with an annual bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including an Attractive Pension Plan
• Summer BBQS, team socials, family events, and more!