Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Gorbel’s mission is simple: We improve people’s lives. 

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We’re on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we’re looking for people like you to join us in that mission. 

We’re currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York. 

Work Shift:

Job Description:

The Senior Electro-mechanical Engineer/Designer plays an integral role in our applications engineering department and leads the design and delivery of integrated warehouse material handling systems from concept through commissioning. The role requires advanced mechanical design capability, experience acting as a technical lead on multidisciplinary projects, and the ability to provide technical oversight and guidance to junior engineers and designers. Projects involve large-scale material handling and automation solutions for global leaders in the warehousing and logistics industry, offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact systems within a growing market industry.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical lead for pre-sale concept development, order execution, and delivery, ensuring solutions are correctly configured, documented, and executed.
• Support sales during pre-sale activities and lead the translation of customer requirements into configured, standards-based, build-ready technical solutions, including concept development, estimating input, and system integration.
• Own the end-to-end technical execution of customer projects, coordinating closely with sales, project management, service, supply chain, and production teams.
• Coordinate and oversee the assignment and prioritization of work across the applications engineering team, ensuring effective delegation and technical alignment.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of technical deliverables, including bills of materials, ERP job content, manufacturing drawings, and order-specific documentation.
• Prepare and review order-specific documentation, such as general arrangement drawings, installation layouts, schematics, assembly drawings, work instructions, and commissioning documents.
• Provide technical oversight, design and drawing review, and guidance to junior engineers and designers, acting as a quality gate for released work.
• Collaborate closely with production teams, including welders, assemblers, and electricians, to support manufacturability, resolve technical issues, and ensure successful execution of designs.
• Participate in customer-facing meetings as required, representing the technical solution and providing expertise on technical capabilities and scope.
• Develop and improve standards, documentation, and workflows to support consistency, scalability, and continuous improvement

Experience:

• 10+ years of related experience as a Mechanical Engineer/Designer, Applications Engineer, or related position.
• Demonstrated capability of owning the technical execution of projects
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and PDM workflows
• Experience managing technical priorities across multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic environment.
• Experience providing technical guidance and reviewing the work of junior employees
• Experience with installing, integrating, and commissioning custom industrial equipment.
• Exposure to Industrial Controls, System Integration, and PLC programming & troubleshooting, an asset.
• Experience with developing conveyor systems or material handling equipment, an asset.
• Proficient software experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV or CSI (Cloud Suite Industrial, preferred), and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project). Core Competencies, Interpersonal & Intrapersonal Skills:
• Communicates technical and non-technical information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing, using appropriate tools and formats.
• Confidently presents, explains, and defends technical solutions with peers, management, and external customers, encouraging clarity, candor, and shared understanding.
• Influences outcomes through technical credibility, collaboration, and sound judgment, maintaining a solutions-focused mindset and acting in the best interest of the organization.
• Demonstrates sound technical and professional judgment in both routine and ambiguous situations, including the ability to commit to decisions despite incomplete information when required.
• Applies strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, data-driven approach and a high level of attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-directed, and accountable for outcomes, operating effectively with minimal supervision.
• Effectively prioritizes and manages multiple projects or workstreams of varying complexity while maintaining quality, schedule commitments, and technical rigor.
• Collaborates effectively across disciplines and functions, building strong professional working relationships through integrity, ethical behavior, and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Provides informal technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers through design reviews, problem solving collaboration, and knowledge sharing, while also reviewing work and offering technical support, cross training, and clear articulation of technical expectations, standards, and desired outcomes—without formal people management responsibility
• Maintains a continuous improvement mindset, actively developing new skills, refining processes, and embracing new technical and professional challenges.

Working Conditions:

• Works in office and manufacturing facility with flexibility for travel to off-site meetings
• Hybrid remote setup an option after onboarding period
• May experience tight deadlines and stressful conditions at times
• Must be able to manage frequent interruptions and multiple tasks daily
• Primarily standard business hours, with occasional flexibility required to support project and business needs.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, including movement around equipment and workstations
• Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended period

Salary Range: $87,539 - $145,899 CAD

This job posting is for a new position within our organization. 

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc, dba Gorbel Canada is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable provincial law. Our company values diversity of thought, encourages new perspectives, and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered.

We are committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The salary range listed reflects anticipated compensation based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Actual pay may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Additional compensation such as benefits and bonuses may apply.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process.  Should you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 519-669-5545.

Please note that we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in specific stages of our recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by our Human Resources team, and your information is handled in compliance with Ontario privacy laws.