Machine Builder

Join Our Team as a Machine Builder – Automation at Johnson Electric!

Location: Positions open in Ancaster, Mississauga & Stratford
Salary Range: 80,000.00 – 90,000.00 Annual
Vacancy Type: New Position
Relocation: As applicable
Travel: Occasional travel required

As our next Machine Builder – Automation, you’ll be at the forefront of building and assembling advanced automation equipment. Your expertise in mechanical assembly, machining, and system integration will be crucial in delivering high-quality special-purpose machinery and driving operational excellence across our manufacturing processes.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to work on complex, custom automation equipment
• Collaborative environment with electricians, PLC programmers, and engineering teams
• Exposure to full machine lifecycle from build to commissioning and customer acceptance
• Strong culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization
• Hands-on role with meaningful impact on production and innovation

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials
• Fabricate and machine components; assemble parts and sub-assemblies
• Integrate pneumatic and hydraulic systems into automation equipment
• Support machine build, debug, commissioning, and final acceptance
• Conduct test runs and ensure equipment meets specifications
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electricians, PLC programmers, and designers
• Provide mechanical support during installation and at customer sites
• Train operators and maintenance teams on equipment and safety procedures
• Perform inspections using precision measuring tools
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and recommend design enhancements
• Maintain proper documentation and adherence to ISO and safety standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in automation/machine assembly or millwright work
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on assembly and machining experience
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret pneumatic and hydraulic schematics
• Experience with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Knowledge of rigging and lifting techniques
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail, work ethic, and safety mindset
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and in teams

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Advanced technical training or certification in machining or automation
• Experience working with ISO standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Experience in custom machine build environments
• Exposure to continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.