Senior Mechanical Design Drafter

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Bonus Plan: AIP
Target Bonus: 10,0
Lincoln Electric Company of Canada Limited continually seeks to be the undisputed world leader in the arc welding industry, as well as, manufacturing and supplying the finest quality welding and cutting products. The Company takes pride in placing emphasis upon being the industry’s lowest cost producer and providing applications expertise and solutions to all customers. In addition, Lincoln Electric is committed to the development of new and innovative technologies with value added products and services that respond to customer needs
Business Unit
The Automation Division is responsible for providing engineered solutions, integrated systems, automation programming and technical support to Lincoln Electric’s ongoing sales efforts specifically focused upon robotics, hard automation, fume extraction systems and related solutions. The Department is further responsible for the provision of technical support to direct end-user customers for service / maintenance contracts and warrantee related solutions, as well as, troubleshooting and problem solving with respect to customer issues. The Automation Division is expected to deliver results while contributing to Lincoln Electric’s ongoing business activities and priorities, as well as, meeting internal and external customer requirements in a timely, discreet and ethical manner.
Lead projects for automated welding systems and industrial automation equipment—from scope and concept through detailed design, build, FAT/SAT, and customer handover.
Serve as the technical project lead, planning scope, milestones, and risks; coordinate cross‑functional teams and suppliers to meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets.
Lead the development and maintenance of mechanical designs, including heavy welded structures, bases, frames, positioners, and gantries.
Work primarily on: Column & Boom manipulators, Gantry systems, Side Beam welders, and Custom welding cells (including associated fixtures, tooling, and interfaces)
Create 3D models, detailed designs, and modifications of mechanical components and assemblies— primarily in SolidWorks (weldments, sheet metal, large assemblies, configurations, PDM).
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) (SolidWorks Simulation preferred) to assess stress, deflection, buckling, and fatigue; Generate layouts, drafts, and fabrication drawings to industry standards; 5), weld symbols, notes, BOMs, and inspection requirements.
Collaborate with applications, controls/robotics, and manufacturing teams to convert concept designs into robust, build-ready products; conduct design reviews and participate in DFMEA/risk assessments.
Occasionally visit customer sites during proposal/pre‑sales stages to support scoping, site measurements, layout reviews, feasibility and risk assessments, and to capture requirements and interface constraints.
Drive Continuous Improvement (CI): analyze existing products and designs for reliability, quality, and performance; Select appropriate materials (e.g., structural steels, alloys) and specify manufacturing processes (welding, machining, plate/laser cutting, forming) with DFM/DFA principles and tolerance stack-ups.
Generate supporting documents to develop operation and maintenance manuals, spare parts lists, and assembly instructions
Ensure compliance with machinery and automation safety standards (e.g., CSA Z432, CSA Z434, ISO 12100, ISO 10218) and incorporate guarding, interlocks, and risk mitigation into designs.
Mentor junior engineers/designers and, where applicable, lead small project teams (task planning, scheduling, design reviews, configuration management/PDM discipline).
Participate co‑operatively in the company’s Performance Appraisal Process and Merit Rating System.
Contribute to company profitability by initiating, recommending, and implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) strategies.
Fully abide by and actively support the company’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies, practices, and procedures.
Conduct any general duties, specific projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Automation Engineering Manager in a timely, professional manner
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent combination of technical education and work experience);
Professional Engineering Certificate preferred
Minimum 5+ years of proven mechanical design experience on projects involving welding automation and/or industrial automation equipment.
Direct experience with Column & Booms, Gantries, Side Beam welders, and/or Custom welding cells is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated expertise designing heavy welded structures/weldments (bases, frames, positioners, lifting fixtures), validated via calculations and FEA.
Proficiency in SolidWorks (weldments, large assemblies, configurations, drawings, PDM); SolidWorks Simulation (linear static, contact, buckling; fatigue exposure is an asset).
5) and creating fabrication‑ready drawings with weld symbols, datums, and inspection plans.
GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, SAW) including distortion control and joint design.
Solid foundation in engineering calculations (loads, welded/bolted joints, section sizing, stiffness/deflection, lifting points, shafts/bearings as applicable).
Familiar with manufacturing processes (welding, cutting, machining, forming) and DFM/DFA; Familiar with machinery and automation safety standards (e.g., CSA Z432, CSA Z434, ISO 12100, ISO 10218) and risk assessment methodologies (e.g., Demonstrated experience leading or contributing to Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives (Lean/Kaizen, PDCA/DMAIC, DFM/DFA, standardization, mistake‑proofing).
Proven experience leading projects or major design workstreams in an automation environment; ability to manage scope/schedule and drive cross‑functional delivery (PMP is an asset, not required).
Proven ability to deliver assignments under tight timelines with minimal supervision; strong ownership, planning, and prioritization skills.
We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.