Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Burnaby, BC

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Salary: $120,000–$145,000 + Bonus

ABOUT US

At STRIVE Recruitment, we are a leading recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations, Engineering, and Technology. We take pride in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers across Canada through a consultative and professional recruitment approach.

THE CLIENT

STRIVE Recruitment is partnered with a well-established, international electronics manufacturing organization with a significant operation in Burnaby, BC. Supporting customers across highly technical and regulated industries, our client specializes in complex electronics manufacturing, from recent product introduction through to full-scale production.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to their leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys developing people, solving manufacturing challenges, and driving continuous improvement within a growing organization.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead a team of approximately nine engineering professionals, overseeing manufacturing processes, New Product Introduction (NPI), production efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The role combines technical leadership with people management, customer engagement, and hands-on problem-solving across PCB/PCBA manufacturing, with a particular focus on Surface Mount Technology (SMT).





A key priority will be developing an experienced engineering team while collaborating with Operations, Process Engineering, and customers to deliver effective manufacturing solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately nine Manufacturing Engineering professionals
- Oversee engineering activities, resource allocation, and manufacturing support across production operations
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI), including manufacturing readiness, process development, and production launches
- Provide technical oversight across SMT, PCB/PCBA assembly, and related manufacturing processes
- Translate customer drawings, specifications, and requirements into practical manufacturing solutions
- Collaborate with Operations, Process Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production challenges
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, downtime, productivity, and manufacturing costs
- Support improvements to manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and automation
- Partner with customers to address technical challenges and improve product manufacturability

REQUIREMENTS

- Degree or diploma in Engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing, or a related discipline; equivalent experience considered
- Minimum 5 years of electronics manufacturing experience,



ideally within an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment
- At least 2 years of formal people-management experience leading engineering or technical teams
- Strong knowledge of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and PCB/PCBA manufacturing is essential
- Experience supporting NPI, manufacturing process development, and production launches
- Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop technical employees
- Strong understanding of manufacturing troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, MES, PLM, or ERP systems considered an asset
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams
- Proactive, hands-on leadership style with the ability to work independently
- Must be eligible for Controlled Goods Program clearance and able to work on-site in Burnaby

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

- Competitive base salary: $120,000–$150,000, depending on experience
- Performance-based annual bonus, paid quarterly
- RRSP matching program and comprehensive employee benefits
- Chance to lead an established engineering team within a growing international organization
- Exposure to advanced electronics manufacturing technologies and complex customer programs
- Long-term career development opportunities

APPLY NOW

If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineering leader with a strong electronics manufacturing background and a passion for developing people, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply directly or contact STRIVE Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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