Software engineering manager Jobs in Oakville, ON

With offices in Australia, Canada, USA, Southern Africa, Ghana, Philippines, Argentina and Peru, Lycopodium proudly delivers high quality professional engineering and project delivery services globally, across the resources, infrastructure and industrial processes sectors. By joining our global team and learning from renowned subject matter experts, we can offer you a diverse career that could take you anywhere in the world.

Lycopodium is currently recruiting for a Engineering Manager to join our growing Engineering team in Mississauga, Ontario.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering - Americas the Engineering Manager is accountable to manage and direct the multi-discipline engineering / drafting teams to produce outputs that are fit for purpose, in alignment with project requirements and produced in a timely and cost effective manner.

The tasks you'll perform

• Provide creative, forward‑thinking solutions to complex design challenges.
• Approve design drawings, standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Lead and monitor design team performance, offering feedback, guidance, and support.
• Prepare man‑hour budgets and design schedules for Study and EPCM estimates.
• Oversee design reviews throughout all project development stages.
• Support pre‑commissioning activities and manage field engineering requirements.
• Manage vendor documentation reviews and ensure accurate dissemination to engineering and drafting teams.
• Coordinate multi‑discipline design and drafting resources to meet deliverable dates and budget targets.
• Ensure all design work complies with company procedures and relevant Australian/International Standards.
• Provide technical input for proposals and business development efforts while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and team development.

The expertise you'll bring

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Inspiring leadership style with the ability to guide teams through change, delegate effectively, and mentor staff for professional growth and succession.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail—especially in reviewing engineering deliverables.
• Proven ability to consistently deliver high‑quality work within budget and schedule requirements, with minimal supervision.
• Business‑savvy mindset with the adaptability to operate in diverse and evolving environments.
• High integrity, professionalism, and discretion, consistently reflecting the company’s values and ethical standards.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, including evaluating work practices and recommending system or process enhancements.

The benefits we'll provide

Lycopodium has a strong company culture focused on career progression and technical skill development. You can expect to be involved in a wide range of large projects whilst working amongst a team of highly skilled professionals.

We recognise that everyone is different and needs may change over the course of your career. That’s why we:

• Invest in our people for the long-term, building a diverse and rewarding career, mentored by the best in the industry.
• Allow our people to balance work with other commitments, like family or study, offering flexible work arrangements.
• Provide employees with a variety of additional benefits such as coverage for professional memberships, RRSP matching, healthcare spending account, discount and rewards programs, and much more.

Lycopodium is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and maintaining a discrimination free workplace, guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Diligence.

We are committed to providing the best possible experience for every candidate by responding to every application. We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates and to ensure fairness; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Recruitment Team and we will work with you to provide the support you need.