Engineering Manager

Overview

Our client is an innovative specialized technology company that designs and manufactures advanced safety systems used across industrial and security sectors. They are seeking a full-time Engineering Manager to join their team in Oakville, Ontario.

The Engineering Manager will lead an engineering team and drive the development of innovative technology solutions. This role requires technical depth, the ability to manage engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and apply modern tools such as engineering drawing management systems and project management software to drive efficiency and quality. You will be instrumental in setting strategy, ensuring technical excellence, and mentoring a multidisciplinary team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization in research, development, and enhancement of new and existing products.
• Define and drive product development strategies aligned with business goals and market opportunities.
• Utilize modern CAD platforms (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and engineering drawing / document management systems (Autodesk Vault, SolidWorks PDM, or equivalent).
• Leverage project management tools (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent) to plan, track, and deliver projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of technical documentation, including specifications, FMEAs, DFMEAs, design reviews, and change control processes.
• Oversee engineering project reviews, risk assessments, and milestone evaluations.
• Collaborate with Sales, R&D, Production, and Service teams to ensure alignment of requirements and seamless product launches.
• Support design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) to optimize production efficiency and cost.
• Foster an environment of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Mentor, develop, and evaluate engineering staff through coaching and performance reviews.
• Support manufacturing process improvements and product sustaining initiatives.
• Represent the organization at industry forums, conferences, and tradeshows.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 : 2015 requirements and internal quality management systems.
• Coordinate with the Director of R&D and Nuclear Engineer to learn existing algorithms.
• Identify and prepare R&D project submissions that qualify for CRA SR&ED tax credits.

Qualifications

Application Instructions

While we appreciate all inquiries, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Summit Search Group is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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