Mechanical Mechatronics Designer

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports: Manager of Manufacturing

Summary

We're seeking a technically skilled designer or engineer to support our machinery design and compliance efforts. This short-term contract role (1–3 months, with potential for renewal or permanent hire) involves mechanical CAD work, machinery risk assessment, and updating CE documentation for existing and new equipment.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in mechanical design and an understanding of machinery safety and compliance requirements. Experience with electrical design or PLC programming is an asset.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design (CAD)

• Create and revise 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings for custom and standard packaging machinery.
• Support design updates, part modifications, and documentation for manufacturing and assembly.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet safety, manufacturability, and performance requirements.

Machinery Risk Assessment & Compliance

• Perform and document machinery risk assessments per CSA Z432/ ISO 12100 and related standards.
• Review and help update CE marking documentation, including technical files, Declarations of Conformity, and safety reports.
• Work with the Chief Engineer to ensure safety-related updates and modifications are properly documented and traceable.

Technical Documentation & Support

• Assist in organizing and maintaining engineering files and revision records, drawings, along with creation and maintenance of machine BOMs,.
• Support continuous improvement of CE and safety documentation templates.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to align documentation with actual machine configurations.

(Optional / Future Scope)

• Provide input or support on control system layouts, wiring diagrams, or component selection.
• Contribute to PLC/HMI programming and integration projects (depending on skill set and contract extension).

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electromechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in machinery or industrial equipment design.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Familiarity with CE marking requirements, CSA Z432, ISO 12100, and machinery risk assessment processes.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and coordinate effectively with the engineering team.
• Experience with electrical design, PLC programming, or automation integration. (Optional)
• Knowledge of ISO 13849, functional safety, or control system safety documentation. (Optional)
• Hands-on experience assembling or testing automated machinery. (Optional)

Who We Are

Plexpack Corporation designs and manufactures high-quality flexible packaging equipment solutions. More than 5,000 customers worldwide depend on our Emplex Bag Sealers, VacPack MAP Systems, and Damark Shrinkwrap Systems for packaging efficiency, product integrity, safe transport, and attractive presentation.

We deliver standard and customizable, made-to-order solutions with our customers' unique needs, reputation, and budget in mind. We have options for nearly any production environment and experience in a wide range of applications. For over 50 years, Plexpack has been recognized for delivering innovative solutions that are easy to use, offering superior performance and a strong return on investment.

Every Plexpack solution is backed by multilingual support and service from our offices in Canada and the US, and our international network of distribution partners.

What Plexpack Offers Our Employees

• Competitive compensation
• Work/life balance
• Being a part of a flexible, dynamic SME with a strong global reputation
• Culture of friendly, supportive, collaborative, and successful people
• The chance to expand your professional and personal skills
• Opportunities for sponsored training and educational development
• A stable company that stands behind nearly 50 years of business excellence and continuous improvement
• Learning and working with leaders in essential and critical industries within the supply chain
• Supporting an exciting global customer base that spans a variety of industries and ranges in size from start-up to Fortune 100.
• Working in an inclusive, diverse, and ethical environment.

Why Choose Plexpack

Plexpack aspires to provide its employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career. We strive to create an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environment while providing opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, learning and education opportunities, and a flexible benefits package. When you join Plexpack, you are joining a team of outstanding, motivated individuals, many of whom have served with pride for long-term service. Our diversity is a core strength that contributes to professional and personal development and a rich work experience.

With over 100 channel partners, we are proud to be a global leader in flexible packaging equipment manufacture, provision, and support. The key to our success is understanding our customers' needs and aligning those needs throughout the organization to provide high-quality equipment while delivering top-notch customer experience, outstanding value, and overall satisfaction and brand loyalty.

You Make a Difference

We are solutions-driven and customer-focused, and welcome energetic emerging leaders and experienced professionals who can drive company mandates into the future. When you are on the job for us, you can take pride in knowing that your actions not only support and boost our customers' productivity, package integrity, and sales, but that you are also contributing to an essential part of the global supply chain.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 1-3 months

Pay: $75,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience with Solidworks?
• Do you have experience with 3D CAD software?
• Do you have experience with electrical design, PLC programming, or automation integration?

Experience:

• machinery or industrial equipment design: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person