Culture & Careers

Unleash your passion for innovation

Enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented, results-driven environment where you’ll be empowered to make decisions that make a real difference? Thanks to our dynamic and flexible structure, no two days at Promation are ever the same. Promation still operates with the same enthusiasm and passion for innovation and growth that we had when we opened our doors in 1997.

At Promation, innovation is baked into our DNA. We invest in R&D and task internal teams to find new ways to approach problems and develop processes that can be applied to customer projects. We are resilient in the face of challenges and thrive on coming together as a team to solve them. Watch how we prototyped a working ventilator in only three days.

Learn and grow on the cutting edge

Whether it’s pushing the envelope in advanced engineering, tooling robots for automotive manufacturing or innovating new ways to produce critical medical devices, Promation is the place to grow your automation career.

We’re looking for people to build robotic systems (not robots themselves)!

At Promation, we’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic and team-oriented people to help us automate the planet. Whether you’re a student or an experienced robotics engineer, we look for people who are:


•  Committed team players – We value the “we” before the “I”

•  Analytical thinkers with a solution-focused orientation 

•  Growth-oriented with a passion for learning and development

•  Tenacious and resilient in the face of challenges 

•  Passionate about the work they do and the customers we serve

“Promation is an excellent company with a very robust program in place.”

Training and development – build a career with us!

At Promation, we promote and support a continuous learning culture in which employees are encouraged and financially compensated for engaging in additional training and development. We want our employees to feel empowered to reach their full career potential. Our goal is to develop a workforce of engaged employees armoured with the most cutting-edge skills and competencies.

We offer:

  • Up to 100% reimbursement for employee-initiated training and education programs
  • Paid professional license dues 
  • Regular company-initiated fully paid training opportunities selected to enhance and/or further develop employees’ skills and knowledge in their area of expertise
  • Individual career development plans
  • Coaching and mentoring

We believe that investing in our employees’ professional development is synonymous to investing in the growth of Promation! As you grow, we grow!

Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, we’ll give you the training and professional development opportunities you need to reach your goals.

Work-life balance

We believe that a healthy workforce results in a more engaged and productive workforce. Promation’s commitment to employee well-being is demonstrated through our policies and practices that support employee health and wellness.


Some of the ways we support employee health and wellness include:

  • Our flexible work environment
  • Our commitment to a hybrid workplace
  • The option for a compressed work week during summer
  • Competitive vacation entitlement – all new hires start at a minimum 3 weeks of vacation (Including new grads)!
  • Company-paid holidays beyond legislated minimum
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Competitive Health & Wellness Benefits for all full-time permanent employees and dependents
  • Company social events/activities – golf tournaments, barbeques, movie screenings
  • Strong Health & Safety workplace culture
  • Compensation and benefits

    Promation recognizes the value our employees bring to our operations and company success, which is why we provide our employees with a competitive total compensation package, including the opportunity to share in our successes.


    Our employees enjoy:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Retirement Saving Plan & Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Bonus eligibility for both individual and team performance
  • Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits for employees and their dependents (including prescription, paramedical, vision)
  • Life insurance
  • Emergency Travel Insurance
  • Professional training, education and tuition reimbursement
  • Diversity, equity and inclusion

    Diversity, equity and inclusion are central tenets to our core beliefs and company culture. We believe that bringing together individuals with diverse ideas and from different geographic, cultural and gender backgrounds leads to stronger innovation and forward-thinking approaches.

    Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is evidenced through our inclusive hiring practices and the diverse teams that represent our company. It is entrenched in our comprehensive Code of Conduct, which every employee commits to adhere to and promote starting from Day One, so you KNOW you are entering an environment that is inclusive, respectful and supportive!

    At Promation, we celebrate and leverage our differences to reach new heights in innovation! 

    Internships and co-operative education opportunities

    We know that the students of today are the thought leaders of tomorrow. That’s why we’re proud to partner with colleges and universities from leading engineering and robotics programs to offer real-world placement opportunities to students. We thrive on developing new talent and enjoy long-lasting relationships with many of our former students!

    Interested in completing a co-operative education placement or summer internship at Promation?


    Please send your resume to: HR@promation.com

     

    Why you should join our team



    Why build your career at Promation? Find out here.

    Open Roles

    We are growing and are hiring people who value relationships and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. If that sounds exciting, do send us your resume and let’s discuss the best-suited opportunities. You may also apply for the below job opening.

    Mechanical Designer

    Job Summary:

    The Mechanical Designer role is responsible for delivering mechanical designs for systems based on project and customer requirements, using 3D CAD software. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams within the company to ensure designs meet project requirements on time and within budget. This role requires a strong attention to detail, proficiency in CAD tools (Solidworks), and a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals. The Mechanical Designer is the single point of contact on specific design engineering projects and responsible for providing update status reports and follow up progress checks, as well as attending meetings for assigned projects. This includes presenting and/or supporting Senior Designers/Engineers/Supervisors in presenting technical information to customers or colleagues as required.

    Responsibilities:

    • Design Systems, Machinery, Products, and Tools using SolidWorks.
    • Perform engineering calculations and analysis with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.
    • Produce working drawings including detail drawings and detailed bills of materials (BOMs). Designs will be based on input from: Engineering Management, Project Management, Customers, the Manufacturing Team, and other key project stakeholders.
    • Demonstrate the understanding of the project by defining machine operations and processes required to generate cycle time/process sequence charts and test parameters.
    • Analyze designs and systems for compliance to applicable codes and standards (i.e. CSA, OSHA, CE, etc., or customer specific).
    • Assist other members of the Mechanical Design team as required.
    • As required, participate with the project manager in the development of the project schedule and budgeted hours distribution.
    • Provide accurate reports on project status to the project manager and department managers.
    • Participate with the development and implementation of design / drafting standards, cost reduction methods, and continuous improvements with the purpose of integrating design technology that will facilitate enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced costs.
    • Ensure that: project milestones / schedule / budget is achieved, mechanical project documentation (quotes, drawing registers, correspondence, requisitions, drawings packages, part and assembly models, schedules, spare parts lists, etc.) are maintained and up to date.
    • Review drawings for: accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, dimensions, etc.
    • Provide other deliverables and support as defined by the Engineering manager and/or Design Supervisor.
    • Review/establish electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers.
    • Review/establish machine operation, machine sequences, time studies, HMIs, etc., with programmers.
    • Responsible for communicating time estimates and level of effort on design tasks to the Manager or Supervisor, Design Engineering, and Project Manager.
    • Assist the fabricators, machinists, assembly personnel, programmers, and electricians in the debugging, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of systems/machinery/tools.
    • Assist/support installers in system/machinery installation at customer facilities as required.
    • Determine tools, fixtures, mockups, and equipment to be used in fabrication, assembly, testing of mechanical components and complete assemblies/systems.
    • As required travel to customer and supplier locations.
    • Additional duties as directed by Management.

    Requirements:

    • A post-secondary degree in industrial or mechanical engineering, or a related field
    • A minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience designing complex systems, machines, products, or tooling.
    • Strong ability and experience with SolidWorks, 3D CAD software, in both 3D design and 2D drawings.
    • Knowledge of mechanical design principles including kinematics, force analysis, pneumatics, hydraulics and manufacturing / machine shop techniques, materials & material strengths, standard mechanical and electrical components to be incorporated within designs.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively issue sketches and instructions to members of the project team.
    • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with analytical and problem-solving skills
    • The ability to be a positive team player in a high paced environment working under tight deadlines


    • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

      If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.







      Senior Mechanical Designer


      Job Summary:

      The Senior Mechanical Designer role is responsible for delivering mechanical designs for systems based on project and customer requirements, using 3D CAD software. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams within the company to ensure designs meet project requirements on time and within budget. This role requires a strong attention to detail, proficiency in CAD tools (Solidworks), and a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals. The Senior Mechanical Designer is the single point of contact on specific design engineering projects and responsible for providing update status reports and follow up progress checks, as well as attending meetings for assigned projects. This includes presenting technical information to customers or colleagues as required. As a Senior Level Designer, you will be responsible for providing mentorship and guidance to junior designers, ensuring high-quality work through oversight and support.

      Responsibilities:

      • Design Systems, Machinery, Products, and Tools using SolidWorks.
      • Perform engineering calculations and analysis with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.
      • Act as the single point of contact on specific design engineering projects, working directly with the project manager, technical staff, supervisors, and managers to meet requirements
      • Produce working drawings including detail drawings and detailed bills of materials (BOMs). Designs will be based on input from: Engineering Management, Project Management, Customers, the Manufacturing Team, and other key project stakeholders.
      • Demonstrate the understanding of the project by defining machine operations and processes required to generate cycle time/process sequence charts and test parameters.
      • Analyze designs and systems for compliance with applicable codes and standards (i.e. CSA, OSHA, CE, etc., or customer specific).
      • Present technical information to customers or colleagues (ex. Design Reviews)
      • Act as a primary source of information regarding the technical details of design projects, communicating with other engineers/designers, and relying on your experience to solve engineering problems
      • Work with manufacturing and assembly staff to implement the equipment designed.
      • Work collaboratively in a cross functional team with key internal project stakeholders to develop, design and deliver custom design and built systems, machinery, & tooling.
      • Assist other members of the Mechanical Design team as required.
      • Coach and mentor junior-intermediate level designers. This includes guiding them on design and on priorities, as well as setting timelines and schedules for all or some of the project design scope.
      • Ensure designs adhere to project and customer requirements.
      • As required, participate with the project manager in the development of the project schedule and budgeted hours distribution.
      • Provide accurate reports on project status to the project manager and department managers.
      • Participate in the development and implementation of design / drafting standards, cost reduction methods, and continuous improvements with the purpose of integrating design technology that will facilitate enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced costs.
      • Ensure that: project milestones / schedule / budget is achieved, mechanical project documentation (quotes, drawing registers, correspondence, requisitions, drawings packages, part and assembly models, schedules, spare parts lists, etc.) are maintained and up to date.
      • Review drawings for: accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, dimensions, etc.
      • Provide other deliverables and support as defined by the Engineering manager and/or Design Supervisor.
      • Review/establish electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers.
      • Assist/support installers in system/machinery installation at customer facilities as required.
      • Determine tools, fixtures, mockups, and equipment to be used in fabrication, assembly, testing of mechanical components and complete assemblies/systems.
      • Support project engineers in the completion of engineering document deliverables, including occasionally taking ownership of project engineering deliverables.
      • Select appropriate purchased components for mechanical assemblies and create purchase requisitions.
      • Adhere to all QA procedures pertaining to job responsibilities.
      • Adhere to all Promation Policies, including but not limited to Health & Safety policies and procedures.
      • Responsible for communicating time estimates and level of effort on design tasks to the Manager or Supervisor, Design Engineering, and Project Manager.
      • Travel to customer and supplier locations as required.
      • Additional duties as directed by Management.

      Requirements:

      • A post-secondary degree and/or diploma in industrial or mechanical engineering, or a related field
      • A minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience designing complex systems, machines, products, or tooling.
      • Strong ability and experience with SolidWorks, 3D CAD software, in both 3D design and 2D drawings.
      • Knowledge of mechanical design principles including kinematics, force analysis, pneumatics, hydraulics and manufacturing / machine shop techniques, materials & material strengths, standard mechanical and electrical components to be incorporated within designs.
      • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively issue sketches and instructions to members of the project team.
      • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with analytical and problem-solving skills
      • Demonstrated ability to thrive as a collaborative team player in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing tight deadlines with a positive and proactive attitude.

      We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

      If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.






        Mechanical Designer – Hot Cell & Isolator Systems (Radiopharmaceuticals)


        Job Summary:

        The Mechanical Designer role is responsible for delivering mechanical designs for systems based on project and customer requirements, using 3D CAD software. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams within the company to ensure designs meet project requirements on time and within budget. This role requires a strong attention to detail, proficiency in CAD tools (Solidworks), and a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals. The Mechanical Designer is the single point of contact on specific design engineering projects and responsible for providing update status reports and follow up progress checks, as well as attending meetings for assigned projects. This includes presenting and/or supporting Senior Designers/Engineers/Supervisors in presenting technical information to customers or colleagues as required. As a Senior or Intermediate Level Designer, you will be responsible for providing mentorship and guidance to junior designers, ensuring high-quality work through oversight and support.  

        Responsibilities:

        • Design Systems, Machinery, Products, and Tools using SolidWorks.
        • Perform engineering calculations and analysis with respect to strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, force, etc. as related to machine and tool designs.
        • Produce working drawings including detail drawings and detailed bills of materials (BOMs). Designs will be based on input from: Engineering Management, Project Management, Customers, the Manufacturing Team, and other key project stakeholders.
        • Demonstrate the understanding of the project by defining machine operations and processes required to generate cycle time/process sequence charts and test parameters.
        • Analyze designs and systems for compliance to applicable codes and standards (i.e. CSA, OSHA, CE, etc., or customer specific).
        • Assist other members of the Mechanical Design team as required.
        • As required, participate with the project manager in the development of the project schedule and budgeted hours distribution.
        • Provide accurate reports on project status to the project manager and department managers.
        • Participate with the development and implementation of design / drafting standards, cost reduction methods, and continuous improvements with the purpose of integrating design technology that will facilitate enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced costs.
        • Ensure that: project milestones / schedule / budget is achieved, mechanical project documentation (quotes, drawing registers, correspondence, requisitions, drawings packages, part and assembly models, schedules, spare parts lists, etc.) are maintained and up to date.
        • Review drawings for: accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, dimensions, etc.
        • Provide other deliverables and support as defined by the Engineering manager and/or Design Supervisor.
        • Review/establish electrical requirements with respect to input and output devices with electrical designers.
        • Review/establish machine operation, machine sequences, time studies, HMIs, etc., with programmers.
        • Responsible for communicating time estimates and level of effort on design tasks to the Manager or Supervisor, Design Engineering, and Project Manager.
        • Assist the fabricators, machinists, assembly personnel, programmers, and electricians in the debugging, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of systems/machinery/tools.
        • Assist/support installers in system/machinery installation at customer facilities as required.
        • Determine tools, fixtures, mockups, and equipment to be used in fabrication, assembly, testing of mechanical components and complete assemblies/systems.
        • As required travel to customer and supplier locations.
        • Additional duties as directed by Management.

        Requirements:

        • A post-secondary degree and/or diploma in industrial or mechanical engineering, or a related field
        • Intermediate level candidates: a minimum of 2+ years of relevant industry experience designing complex systems, machines, products, or tooling.
        • Senior level candidates: a minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience designing complex systems, machines, products, or tooling.
        • Knowledge of radiation shielding integration in a hot cell or shielded isolator
        • Experience designing hot cell and isolator liners, outer sheet metal cladding, structural support frame, and manipulator selection/integration
        • Experience or knowledge of GMP requirements for clean rooms and isolators
        • Knowledge of HEPA/ULPA filtration systems, unidirectional laminar airflow, pressure-controlled chambers
        • Knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals manufacturing production processes
        • Strong ability and experience with SolidWorks, 3D CAD software, in both 3D design and 2D drawings.
        •  Knowledge of mechanical design principles including kinematics, force analysis, pneumatics, hydraulics and manufacturing / machine shop techniques, materials &material strengths, standard mechanical and electrical components to be incorporated within designs
        • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively issue sketches and instructions to members of the project team.
        • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with analytical and problem-solving skills
        • Demonstrated ability to thrive as a collaborative team player in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing tight deadlines with a positive and proactive attitude.

        We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

        If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.






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