JDRF Electromag Engineering Inc. is a research-intensive product development company located in Port Credit, Mississauga, Ontario. Our mission is to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by making advanced smart lighting affordable and accessible for commercial buildings. We develop smart lighting technology that combines machine learning, edge computing, and data fusion to transform how commercial lighting systems are designed, commissioned, operated, and maintained.

Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support both production operations and product quality activities in a fast-paced hardware manufacturing environment. This role combines manufacturing support, quality engineering, and process improvement , requiring strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work across engineering, production, and supply chain teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on the production floor, troubleshooting real manufacturing issues, and building structured quality systems to improve product reliability and process consistency.

Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Production Support

Support day-to-day manufacturing and production engineering activities

Assist with prototype, pilot, and production builds

Troubleshoot manufacturing and production issues on the shop floor

Support production readiness, material flow, and operational continuity

Assist in implementing engineering changes in production environments

Quality Engineering & Systems

Support incoming inspection, in-process checks, and final product validation

Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Investigate product and process defects and identify failure modes

Develop and improve quality inspection criteria,



checklists, and test processes

Support supplier quality communications and nonconformance management

Help define and maintain structured quality systems and documentation

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and process consistency

Support development and refinement of work instructions and assembly procedures

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production and quality functions

Analyze recurring issues and recommend systemic improvements

Testing & Technical Validation

Support product testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities

Assist with setup and execution of functional tests for hardware or electro-mechanical systems

Reproduce issues and support engineering teams in identifying root causes

Document test results and technical findings clearly and consistently

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination

Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Suppliers

Track quality issues and engineering tasks using structured work management systems (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar tools)

Support communication between internal teams and external manufacturing partners

Maintain organized records of quality issues, investigations, and resolutions

What We Promise To Provide

Hands-on experience in a quick-paced, innovative environment





Mentorship and training from industry professionals

Exciting, innovative, fast paced, and growing environment prime for continuous development.

Annual Salary range: $60,000 - $110,000 CAD

RRSP Matching Contributions Plan and health benefits.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate applicant’s needs throughout the recruitment process. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you have accommodation needs.

AI Disclosure & ESA Reference

Artificial intelligence may be used to assist with candidate screening and assessment. Final hiring decisions are made by the Company.

Employment terms and conditions will be provided in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline

Technical Skills

Familiarity with manufacturing, production, or hardware environments

Understanding of quality engineering concepts (RCA, defect analysis, inspection processes)

Experience with structured documentation (work instructions, test procedures, technical reports)

Exposure to work tracking systems (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice to Have

Hands-on experience in electronics, hardware, or electromechanical manufacturing

Experience with test equipment, lab environments, or production validation setups

Exposure to supplier quality or nonconformance processes

Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles

Programming or scripting experience is an asset

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📌 Quality Engineer (Ontario)
🏢 JDRF Electromag Engineering
📍 Ontario