WhiteWater makes products, but at our heart, we are a service business, and that means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to create solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers.

Shift: 40 hours | Full-time Richmond, BC, Canada (HQ relocating to Vancouver in 2027) Reports to: Manager, Development Engineering The Lead, Development Engineering will work in a product-focused environment to develop state-of-the-art products for the waterpark industry, helping to redefine product development in the industry. Reporting to Manager, Development Engineering, you are responsible for managing a cross-functional core team, bringing new concepts to life and into the hands of our customers. You will act as the technical authority for products during development through commercialization.

You will also work closely with a multi-disciplinary group of engineers, designers, and technicians in the design, prototyping, documentation, manufacturing, value engineering, and commercial release of new products. Lead a cross-functional core team to innovate recent products, using best practices, industry-proven processes and unique in-house solutions. Ensure products are developed in accordance with WhiteWater’s Stage-Gate process; meeting or exceeding applicable safety, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, engineering, installation, and ease of use requirements.

Act as the technical authority for respective products during the development phase and serve as the primary point of contact for respective products. Prepare and maintain development schedules, budgets and resource requirements for respective products. Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of engineering documentation in accordance with WhiteWater’s Stage-Gate process.





Provide technical direction and support to team members of various disciplines. Review product designs to evaluate risks, costs, estimated time to market, and fulfilment of requirements. Lead and participate in prototype testing and evaluation of new products.

Lead and participate in the design verification and commissioning process of new products; coordinating any learnings to refine engineering design, or to prepare for full commercial release. Identify, support, and cultivate lean initiatives and opportunities for continuous improvement of the product development process within the organization Coach/mentor team members to develop engineering and leadership skills for future advancement Bachelor of Applied Science degree from a Canadian university or foreign equivalent. including experience with design, fabrication, prototype testing and analysis.

Product

Development and Stage-Gate process experience is preferred. PMP designation is considered an asset. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team of professionals to achieve high performance and operational excellence.

Experience with the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems is preferred.

Experience with industry-accepted risk assessment techniques, including FMEA, is preferred. Project management experience; including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and planning. Working knowledge of SolidWorks and Product Data/Lifecycle Management systems is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project. Must be able to travel globally without restrictions.

Customer

Focus - We know and respond to our customers We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Given the volume of applications, it makes responding personally to each applicant difficult, but please know we are grateful for your interest.

📌 Lead, Development Engineering (Vancouver)
🏢 WhiteWater
📍 Vancouver