Are you an engineering leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and helping technical organizations scale? If you're passionate about building high-performing engineering functions, driving continuous improvement, and aligning engineering resources to business priorities, this opportunity with United Wire & Cable could be the next step in your career.

United Wire & Cable (UWC), a GCG company, is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead our Engineering team in Richmond Hill, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators responsible for delivering engineering solutions that support customer projects, product development initiatives, and business growth across our electrical wire and cable portfolio.

United Wire & Cable Business Leadership Team , you will play an important role in shaping engineering priorities, developing team capabilities, improving engineering processes, and ensuring resources are aligned to the highest-value opportunities. This position combines people leadership, operational oversight, and technical guidance to help drive quality, consistency, and execution across the organization.

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Oversee engineering workload planning and resource allocation to ensure projects are prioritized and executed effectively

Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to align engineering efforts with strategic objectives and customer needs

Establish and maintain engineering standards, templates, and best practices that improve quality, consistency, and efficiency

Identify and implement process improvements that reduce cycle times and enhance project execution

Monitor project progress, remove obstacles, and help teams resolve technical and operational challenges

Drive product development initiatives, including new product introduction, product enhancements, and continuous improvement efforts





Serve as a technical resource and engineering liaison for cross-functional teams throughout the organization

Support recruiting, onboarding, and talent development efforts to strengthen the engineering organization

Participate as a member of the Business Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and business growth initiatives

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience

10+ years of CAD engineering experience within a technical, manufacturing, or industrial environment

Prior experience leading and developing engineering or technical teams

Strong proficiency with CAD tools and engineering documentation practices

Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and manage competing business demands

Experience within power distribution, electrical products, wire and cable, or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments

Experience developing engineering standards, workflows, and training programs

Familiarity with product certification testing and regulatory requirements

Continuous improvement or process optimization experience

Competitive base salary ranging from $Comprehensive Insurance Coverage including health, vision, and dental plans

Robust Financial Security: Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, RRSP plan with company match

Generous Time Off: PTO plan with paid holidays An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You!

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All resume reviews and candidate assessments are conducted directly by our corporate recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure a thoughtful, human-centered approach.

About United Wire & Cable United Wire & Cable (UWC), a GCG company, is a Toronto-based supplier of electrical wire and cable solutions supporting customers across Canada and global markets. The company provides innovative cable products engineered for demanding environments, including utilities, mining operations, industrial facilities, and large-scale infrastructure projects. UWC partners with distributors, contractors, governments, and industrial customers to deliver reliable solutions that meet strict performance and safety requirements.

Our technical sales team works closely with customers to ensure the right products are selected for each application.

With the responsive DNA of a startup and the size of a global leader, we offer top brands and extensive value-added services that make us an invaluable partner to our customers in multiple industry verticals across the globe. We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers, while focusing attention on our responsibility to the environment, our associates and the communities we serve.

Equal Employment Chance, Diversity, and Accessibility Statement We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our organization.

GCG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the United States, Canada, or other jurisdictions where we operate.

In Canada, we comply fully with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and related employment legislation. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking and underrepresented groups.

📌 Manager of Engineering (Temporary) (Richmond Hill)
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