Senior Project Lead Mechanical Design, London

At BOS Innovations, we are driven by a clear purpose: to deliver exceptional industrial automation solutions that solve real manufacturing challenges and enable our customers to compete at the highest levels. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with manufacturers across North America, from automotive to energy to advanced industries -providing intelligent automation systems built on precision, reliability, and innovation.

Guided by our core values of Truth, Excellence, Work Ethics, and Innovation, we are committed to serving our customers and supporting one another with integrity and accountability. At BOS, people come first. We believe in cultivating an environment where talented individuals grow into inspired professionals of character and competence. Our purpose is not only to deliver great technology, but also to develop great people - fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth.

About the Role As a Lead Mechanical Designer at BOS Innovations, you will develop automation concepts and deliver complete design packages for custom automation systems. You will be responsible for creating cost-effective, high-quality designs that meet customer specifications and project timelines.

This role requires strong proficiency in SolidWorks, strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to translate technical requirements into practical, build-ready solutions. You will work closely with project, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure designs are accurate, efficient, and support successful machine builds.

Location:

London, ON

Employment Type:

Full Time

Department:

Engineering

Wage:

$50/hr. - $55/hr.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop mechanical concepts and create mechanical designs in SolidWorks for automation systems

Research and identifying 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 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

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.

Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

7+ years of experience in mechanical design within automation, custom machinery, or manufacturing environmentsli>

Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (complex assemblies, detailed drawings, and design for manufacturing)

Demonstrated experience developing automation concepts and translating customer requirements into practical, build-ready designs

Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes with a focus on design for manufacturability

Ability to identify technical risks and implement effective design solutions to support project timelines and budgets

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Applications, Controls, Manufacturing, and Project Management

Proven ability to mentor and support junior designers, providing technical guidance and contributing to team development and design standards

Strong communication skills with the ability to present concepts and designs to internal teams and customers

Why Join BOS

Total Rewards

Competitive base compensation

Annual profit sharing

RRSP employer matching program

Health&Wellbeing

Flexible extended health and dental plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Banked hours program to support work-life balance

Growth&Development

Leadership and mentorship programs

Career planning and goal setting

Internal advancement opportunities

Culture&Community

Staff appreciation lunches&socials

Bi-annual company events

Employee recognition programs

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