Jr. Engineering Specialist (Co-op) - May 2026 (16 Months)
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Join Our Team as a Jr. Engineering Specialist (Co-op) – Product Development at Johnson Electric!
Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada (onsite)
Salary Range: $22 – $24 per hour
Vacancy Type: Student position
Schedule: Full-time, Co-op term
Relocation: Not applicable
Travel: Minimal
As our next Jr. Engineering Specialist (Co-op), you’ll be at the forefront of supporting engineering activities and initiatives focusing on the development of new and existing product lines at multiple facilities. This role requires creativity, flexibility and initiative to resolve recurrent issues through the application of resources combined with the gathering and analysis of available data.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and international exposure.
Innovation Culture: Work on cutting-edge product development and process improvement projects.
Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience in tooling, equipment selection, and manufacturing optimization.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Active participation in the development and implementation of processes, part development and equipment selection / installation.
Provide assistance in the recommendation of modifications to tooling, plant equipment and prototypes in development, to permit economical manufacturing; or to meet performance specifications and the requirements of serviceability.
Support and participate in production team meetings to review and resolve Quality, Service, Operations, Facilities, Human Resources and Health & Safety issues when required.
Be a technical resource and support to the human resources, processes, products and equipment employed within the area to which you may be assigned on a day-to-day basis.
Contribute towards meeting the goals of producing quality parts, on-time and at the lowest possible cost.
Develop Standardized Work Instructions (SWI)
Communicate with the department on a regular basis to keep them well informed of the progress of various tasks and projects
Work in compliance with Johnson Electric Canada Quality and HSE policies and procedures.
Works in compliance with Johnson Electric Canada Quality and EHS Policies and Procedures, including IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 / ISO 14001
All other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications:
Third or Fourth Year Engineering student within a Mechanical discipline
Technical & Skill Requirements:
Able to work as part of a team
Good organizational and documentation skills
Able to identify, analyze and solve problems
Excellent communication skills (oral, written and graphing)
Experience in 3-D Modeling and 2D manufacturing drawings, preferably Solidworks, is an asset
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Ability to use modern computer techniques are an asset. Database and data manipulation skills are an asset. (Examples include: python or similar languages, Javascipt, HTML, and SQL)
How to Apply: Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.
Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence during the recruitment process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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