Job description: We are looking for a Director of Engineering to join a well-established Quebec-based company specializing in the design and manufacturing of automated systems and custom-engineered solutions.

In a context of strong growth, this individual will play a strategic role within the organization and will be responsible for advancing the engineering function across people, processes, performance, and innovation.

The engineering department is structured around three core disciplines: mechanical engineering, automation, and software development.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to senior management, the Director of Engineering will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and development of the engineering department.

This individual will also serve as a key technical reference for complex projects and major research and development initiatives.

More specifically, you will: Lead, develop, and drive the performance of the engineering teams; Oversee the three engineering disciplines: mechanical, automation, and software development; Structure and optimize engineering processes for both customer projects and R&D; initiatives; Implement standardized methods and best practices across the various engineering disciplines; Establish and maintain a performance-driven culture supported by key performance indicators (KPIs); Manage the department’s budget and ensure optimal allocation of resources; Assess engineering staffing requirements in collaboration with the PMO / Project Management Office; Coach and support team members with respect to performance, professional development, work environment, and evaluations; Identify cross-functional challenges and implement solutions to improve organizational effectiveness; Strengthen communication and collaboration between Sales, Project Management,



and Engineering; Act as a technical advisor and subject-matter expert to support the Sales team during the proposal and quotation process; Ensure product quality with a focus on reliability, performance, and overall value; Participate in technical approval gates and define transparent scopes for R&D; and product development initiatives; Identify and prioritize product improvements that provide meaningful value to the organization and its customers; Participate in patent management and review technical content to ensure optimal protection of the company’s intellectual property; Monitor market developments, emerging technologies, and industry trends to identify new product and innovation opportunities; Actively contribute to the company’s technology strategy and long-term growth.

Skills and qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering leadership or director-level role; Proven experience managing a team of at least 6 employees; Experience working in a manufacturing environment; Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving capabilities within a multidisciplinary environment combining mechanical engineering, automation, and software; Proven leadership skills with the ability to build, engage, and develop high-performing teams; Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams; Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, growing organization; Strong analytical skills, rigor, autonomy, and demonstrated problem-solving abilities; Strong interest in innovation, product development, and emerging technologies; Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken; Strong knowledge of ERP systems is considered an asset; Familiarity with Vault, Content Center, and CAD-to-BOM processes is considered an asset.

📌 Engineering Director (Lanaudière)
🏢 St-Amour
📍 Lanaudière