Job Description

Job Description

Position: Engineering Manager (Mechanical Design) Department: Engineering / Mechanical Design Reports To: Director of Engineering

Location:
Concord, ON Employment Type: Full-Time Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary:
$140,000 – $180,000 CAD (Compensation may be adjusted based on experience and the interview process.)

About the Role
A leading manufacturer of custom industrial automation equipment is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Mechanical Design) to lead its Mechanical Engineering team.

This opportunity is ideal for a senior mechanical design professional who is ready to transition from hands-on design into a strategic leadership role. You'll be responsible for mentoring engineers, driving engineering excellence, improving design processes, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative automation solutions.

Working closely with Electrical Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project Management teams, you'll help shape the technical direction of the organization while building a high-performing engineering culture.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & People Development Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Mechanical Design Engineers ranging from junior to senior levels Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and career development discussions Foster a team-oriented, accountable, and continuous improvement culture Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development initiatives Manage and develop a team of up to 10 engineering professionals Technical Leadership & Engineering Excellence Provide strategic technical direction across the Mechanical Design department Ensure engineering designs meet quality, safety, manufacturability, and reliability standards Lead engineering design reviews and provide technical guidance and mentorship Establish and maintain best practices for:



CAD modeling GD&T; Engineering calculations Documentation standards Promote engineering innovation and design consistency across projects Project & Resource Management Plan and allocate engineering resources across multiple custom automation projects Prioritize workloads and ensure engineering deliverables are completed on schedule Oversee Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) Coordinate with Electrical Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Project teams to achieve project milestones Remove roadblocks and support project teams in meeting customer commitments Process Improvement & Operational Leadership Drive continuous improvement of engineering workflows, documentation, and design standards Implement systems that improve productivity, reduce rework, and enhance communication Support initiatives related to standardization, modular product design, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Champion engineering best practices and operational excellence throughout the department Qualifications Required Minimum 7 years of mechanical design experience within industrial automation, robotics, packaging machinery, or custom machine building Demonstrated leadership experience, either formally managing teams or leading engineering projects Strong expertise with SolidWorks (or similar CAD software) Deep understanding of: Mechanical design principles GD&T; Pneumatic systems Servo-driven machinery Automated equipment design Proven ability to manage multiple engineering projects, priorities, and technical resources Excellent leadership, mentoring, communication, and decision-making skills Preferred Qualifications Experience managing engineering departments or technical teams Knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) systems and document control Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization initiatives Background in custom machine design or high-speed automation equipment

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