We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. As the BSI Design Manager, you will provide strategic leadership for all design activities within Battery Specific Infrastructure (BSI).

You will own the implementation of business and product requirements, steer engineering contractors, and ensure seamless integration of stakeholder needs. This role demands high-level decision-making, cross-functional coordination, and governance of design standards, BIM, and document control processes to deliver optimized, compliant, and future-ready infrastructure. Own the translation of business and product user requirements into actionable design deliverables.

Ensure alignment with operational objectives and long-term infrastructure strategy. Drive consensus and maintain traceability to ensure all inputs are reflected in design outputs. Lead interface management across technical units and disciplines.

Ensure seamless coordination and resolution of design dependencies to prevent conflicts and delays. Provide strategic direction and oversight to engineering contractors. Ensure compliance with technical standards, project objectives, and cost/schedule targets.

Govern technical change processes across all BSI design disciplines. Ensure traceability, minimize disruption, and maintain alignment with project milestones and business priorities. Develop and enforce design guidelines, procedures,



and best practices.

Drive standardization to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability of design processes. Oversee BIM implementation and document control BSI systems. Ensure digital model integrity, version control, and compliance with project protocols.

Establish and monitor design risk management and quality assurance frameworks. Proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to QA/QC standards. Master's Degree - Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience). ~Clean and Dry Room design with Strategic Design Leadership experience is required. ~ Demonstrated skills in Technical Governance & Standardization. ~ Advanced competency in MS Office Suite;

experience with SharePoint, MS Teams. ~ PMP or similar an asset Attractive Remuneration: The expected competitive compensation range for this position is $162,370 - $202,960 CAD , which includes base pay and target amount of short term incentive plan.

In addition we offer competitive benefits: our program is versatile to allow you to make the selections and get the coverage you need.

Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.

Employee Assistance Plan: We offer an Employee Assistance Plan which can support you in mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing.

Vacation Allowance:



We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.

Relocation

Support. Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community. As part of our global selection process for leadership and management roles, shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a more comprehensive assessment, which can include online assessments, simulations, case studies, and interviews.

Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability. PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee.

Management

We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

Recruitment Practices

Our organization may use artificial intelligence (AI)–assisted tools as part of our recruitment and hiring processes. All decisions regarding hiring, interviews, and selection are ultimately made by human recruiters or hiring managers. #

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