Ellos HR Solutions is partnering with a highly established Tier 2 automotive manufacturer in the Kitchener-Cambridge area to recruit an experienced Engineering Manager .

Experience with a Tier 2 is a must.

Solid experience with Program Management

This is one of those opportunities where the company culture and employee retention really stand out .

The manufacturing facility has approximately 150 employees , and it's not unusual to meet people who have spent 15, 20, or even more years with the organization . The average tenure is around 20 years. S omething you simply don't see very often in manufacturing.

They invest heavily in their people, promote career development, and have built an environment where employees genuinely build long-term careers.

What We're Looking For

- Strong Engineering Management experience within automotive manufacturing
- Automotive industry experience is a MUST, ideally with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Proven experience leading Program Managers, Engineers, or technical teams
- Strong understanding of automotive program management, product launches, manufacturing processes, and engineering execution
- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, GD&T;, engineering changes,



and customer-specific requirements
- Experience working cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Tooling, Operations, Sales, and customers
- Strong understanding of project timing, capital requirements, tooling, manufacturing feasibility, and continuous improvement
- Experience with steel manufacturing, metal forming, or related processes is considered a strong asset
- Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities

What You'll Be Doing

- Lead the Engineering function and provide direction to a team of three Program Managers
- Oversee automotive programs from initial planning and development through launch and production
- Ensure engineering projects meet customer requirements for quality, timing, cost, and manufacturability
- Provide technical and leadership support for APQP, PPAP, product launches, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with Operations and other departments to identify manufacturing improvements and resolve technical challenges
- Review program performance, project milestones, resource requirements, risks, and priorities with the leadership team

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📌 Engineering Manager (Kitchener)
🏢 Ellos HR Solutions
📍 Kitchener