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The Advanced Development Engineer is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of innovative product concepts from ideation through to handoff for commercialization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, capable of navigating ambiguity, driving innovation, and aligning engineering solutions with business and customer needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Innovation: Identify and define new product opportunities and enhancements based on market/technological trends, customer, and legislative needs.

Develop and Validate Concepts: Create, analyze, and test innovative concepts using engineering tools and prototypes.

Lead internal teams and external partners to align development with business goals.

Lead Incubator Session Process: Assemble and guide cross-functional discussions to generate current ideas and solutions, and follow up to implementation

Manage Projects:



Oversee advanced development projects from concept to handoff, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.

Engage Customers: Interface with customers to generate excitement, gather feedback and refine concepts to meet their needs.

Support IP and Technology Strategy: Contribute to patent filings and stay current with emerging technologies.

Transfer Knowledge: Deliver complete technical and marketing handoff packages to Product Engineering and Sales.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.

5+ years in an automotive manufacturing environment, preferably in product development.

Strong analytical creativity skills

Familiarity with IP documentation processes

Verbal and written communication

Proficiency in CAD

Simulation tools

Organizational and Problem-Solving

Experience with Embedded systems

Automotive standards and processes

Microsoft 365, ERP Systems, MES Systems

Physical Abilities - Ability to perform job duties in a manufacturing/office

Ability to sit, stand, or move for extended periods as required

Ability to use standard business or production equipmentAbility to travel internationally

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📌 Advanced Development Engineer (Ontario)
🏢 Technology Resource Group
📍 Ontario