Who we are

ProVantage Automation is a Rockwell Recognized Systems Integrator manufacturing Specialized Machinery and integrating full Packaging Systems with expertise in advanced motion control. Our clients are primarily based across North America with a focus in Paper Converting and Food & Beverage industries.

We Want You!

We seek solution-orientated and driven individuals to join our team. With dedication to providing ultimate customer satisfaction, you will be providing your own touches to all phases of projects. Participating in phases such as: applications, design, assembly checks, testing and commissioning.

Our client’s success is our prime responsibility. Collaborative innovation is what sets us apart.

You’ll be faced with projects that will challenge and excite you. As a specialized Systems Integrator, our growing and enthusiastic staff all share a common passion for pushing the limits of automation and ensuring each project is a success.

Senior Machine Designer / Engineer

As a Senior Machine Designer, your core efforts will be in analyzing, concepting and designing production machinery and solutions. Involvement of Senior designers is also required during the concepting phase to assist sales for solutions applications. Creative minds will see their engineering talents put to practical use as we empower our staff to try new ideas and think outside the box.

The machines we work on range from small special purpose assembly machines to large converting machines, so an analytical mind is essential. Knowledge of a full range of motion methods (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic) is key, along with Design for Manufacture / Maintenance understanding.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 8+ years’ experience in machine design of converting equipment or packaging machines, and have a few machines to your design credit
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, with SW expertise
• Ability to conceive designs for their movement, translation and processing of paper products and all types of packaged goods
• Perform engineering calculations with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, pressure, force as related to machine designs
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, hardness in the development of equipment, processes, and products
• Proficiency using Motion Analyzer software is an asset
• Ability to travel (domestic and international) up to 25% of the time
• Self-motivated and disciplined to time commitments while working on multiple projects
• Clear communication ability to staff & clients in a professional manner
• Knowledge of estimating is an asset
• Located within 45 minutes of our office (Brantford) is preferred

Compensation

• Overtime after 40 hours·
• Company sponsored pension up to 5% salary
• Benefits program without payroll deductions
• Daily per diems for travel and service
• Type of position: Hourly
• Base salary: $38-$50 /hr (salary dependant on relevant experience and knowledge)

All applicants must be able to perform the following tasks as machine designer

• Walk up to 5 km per day
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Stand and work at heights (training will be provided if required)
• Work in confined spaces (training will be provided if required)
• React quickly to sounds
• Wear protective gear, including safety shoes, glasses, vests, and masks as required