Job Description

COMPANY: EFS Plastics Equipment Inc.


LOCATION: Listowel, Ontario


POSITION: Mechanical Engineer - Existing Vacancy


STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hours per week


SHIFT: 8 Hour Days (Core hours 9:00am - 3:00pm)


START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY:

To be determined, based on experience





COMPANY OVERVIEW:


EFS-plastics Inc., is a successful, growing recycling company that recovers plastic from residential recycling programs. Your detergent bottles, milk jugs, and plastic bags all end up at EFS, where we turn them into plastic resin pellets that can be used to make new products. Our fully automated process diverts mixed plastics from ending up in landfills, not only reducing waste but also conversing valuable resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.





At EFS-plastics, we are proud of our technical expertise and commitment to sustainability. Through our innovative recycling processes and state-of-the-art facilities, we are playing our part in creating a greener future.

Work Location:

Remote Hybrid position.





POSITION OVERVIEW:


We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. In this role, you will lead the development of fully automated plastic recycling systems, working closely with management and other engineers to design, implement, and optimize new processes. You will be responsible for managing your own projects, ensuring all milestones are met, and providing regular updates to management. This position requires strong technical design skills, a commitment to quality, and adherence to established EFS design standards. Beyond the technical scope, you'll play an active role in supporting management to build a motivated, high-performing engineering team dedicated to advancing sustainable manufacturing solutions.





KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


Design and develop mechanical equipment and system layouts for fully automated plastic recycling systems. Collaborate with project engineers and production teams to ensure equipment meets performance, safety, and quality standards. Create 3D models, detailed drawings, and assemblies using CAD software. Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs), product documentation, and manufacturing instructions. Support the development of new processes and equipment improvements for enhanced efficiency and automation. Perform engineering calculations for stress, load, and system performance to ensure efficient designs. Maintain design documentation in line with company standards and engineering best practices. Develop specifications for new equipment, get quotations and negotiate terms and costs. Provide technical input during fabrication, installation, and commissioning stages. Drive continuous improvements in engineering processes, methodologies, and best practices to enhance productivity and efficiency. Manage your projects and report weekly status to Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:


University degree in Mechanical Engineering / Technologist. 3+ years of experience in equipment or machinery design, ideally in plastics, recycling, waste processing industries. Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Solid background in machine design as it relates to material handling systems. Excellent grasp of fundamental mechanical engineering concepts, manufacturing methods, materials selection and relationships. Highly motivated and self-directed capable of multi-tasking, and able to work with minimal supervision. Strong work ethic and positive team attitude. French language an asset. Boiler design and understanding an asset.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?


Receive a competitive wage and leading industry benefits. Maintain a healthy work-life balance. Be on the frontier of addressing the growing plastic waste problem.




EFS-plastics Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all that express interest in joining our team, however only those candidates selected will be contacted regarding additional assessment stages. Accommodations are available for any part of the recruitment process upon request.