George A. Wright & Son (Toronto) Ltd., a Tessera Group Company, has been building a tradition of quality and customer service in the food, pharmaceutical and consumer goods manufacturing industries since 1894. We design, manufacture, and install all kinds of material handling equipment in manufacturing facilities throughout the GTA and South-Central Ontario.
We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as a Senior Mechanical Designer. This is a full-time opportunity with a diverse team. If you are interested in developing your career alongside an established and growing company, this could be right for you.
About the Role:
The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for developing detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, and engineering drawings for material handling equipment, custom conveying machines, and process equipment from concept through to production. This role requires strong proficiency in CAD software, an understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet functional, safety, and cost requirements. The Mechanical Designer will also be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining design standards to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality across projects.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Use Autodesk Inventor / Vault / 2D AutoCAD / SolidWorks to create drawing specifications in line with the needs of the client.
- Develop designs based on project requirements, engineering calculations, and industry standards.
- Establish, document, and maintain mechanical design standards, templates, and best practices.
- Review design concepts with stakeholders to incorporate feedback and improvements.
- Ensure designs meet applicable codes, safety regulations, and manufacturing capabilities.
- Work closely with manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams to ensure designs are optimized for production.
- Maintain accurate documentation, revision control, and design records.
- Participate in design reviews, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for design processes and standards.
- Generate Bill of Materials (BOM) for both purchased parts and raw manufactured materials as required.
- Look for ways to complete jobs in a more efficient manner.
- Coordinate with purchasing and production to ensure part quality and timing.
Qualifications, Skills, and Attitude:
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in designing custom conveying machines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or diploma/degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation considered an asset, but not required.
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical design software, AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
- Experience creating drawings for a fabrication shop environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated with enthusiasm for challenges and new initiatives.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Innovative thinker with proven problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
- Knowledge, application and adherence to technical and safety standards, industry best practices and regulations in George A. Wright’s field of business.
- Adhere to company and customer site safety protocols, use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively participate in safety training and hazard prevention practices. Ensure that Good Manufacturing Practices are adhered to at all times.
Working Environment
- Office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing or client sites.
- Collaborative, fast-paced design team environment.
Please note, this is an in-office position and is currently based out of our head office at 21 State Crown Boulevard, Scarborough ON M1V 4B1. However, we will be relocating to a new facility in Newmarket, ON in Summer 2026.
Compensation:
George A. Wright offers an engaging and rewarding workplace. We care about our team members and enjoy developing long-term working relationships. We offer a total compensation package that includes:
- Competitive wage
- Extended Health and Dental Benefits
- Continued training and development
- Work life balance
- Opportunities for advancement
This is a new vacancy.
Wage: $80,000 – $90,000 per annum.
Actual compensation offered for this position may vary depending on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skill set. The stated compensation reflects the anticipated range for the role.
We thank all applicants for their interest in George A. Wright and this opportunity. All applications will be reviewed based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and only those selected to participate in the interview process will be contacted.
George A. Wright is committed to providing employment accommodations in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted regarding an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
George A. Wright does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
Recruitment Agencies:
George A. Wright welcomes applications submitted directly by individual candidates. Please note that George A. Wright does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from recruitment agencies or recruiters without an existing agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered to have been provided without expectation of referral fees or other compensation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Experience:
- Mechanical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
