As our next Program Manager , you’ll be at the forefront of leading new product development initiatives and managing complex automotive programs from concept to launch. Your expertise in program management, product development, APQP, and cross-functional leadership will be critical in ensuring successful launches, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the‑art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development. Lead and manage new product development and launch programs from quotation through production. Drive cross-functional alignment and accountability to meet program objectives related to quality, cost, timing, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Identify program risks, issues, and dependencies and lead mitigation and resolution activities. Serve as the primary customer contact for all program‑related activities, providing regular status updates and managing customer expectations. Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, purchasing, finance, and operations activities to ensure successful program delivery.

Support business development activities, including RFQs, commercial reviews, customer presentations, business case development, and contract reviews. Lead change management activities and ensure timely execution of customer and internal engineering changes. Establish and maintain program management documentation, including schedules, risk registers, action logs,



and phase‑gate deliverables.

Monitor program financial performance, including tooling investments, development costs, and profitability targets. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Minimum 5 years of Program Management or Project Management experience leading cross‑functional product development projects. Minimum 10 years of experience within the automotive industry, including direct engagement with OEM and Tier‑1 customers. Proven track record of managing new product launches and complex development programs from concept to production.

Strong understanding of automotive product development processes and launch management. Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, GD&T;, and IATF 16949 requirements.

Experience with manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, assembly, and automated production systems. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements. Familiarity with product development tools, project scheduling software,



and ERP systems. Solid project leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience working with international teams and customers; Ability to travel up to 15%, including occasional international travel.

Bonus Points If You Have: Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pumps, and automotive fluid management products Knowledge of CMM, SPC, and statistical analysis tools Experience leading global or multi‑site automotive development programs Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish.

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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.

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Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our 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. 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.

📌 Program Manager - Full Time (Canada)
🏢 Johnson Electric
📍 Canada