We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world‑class company. At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You’ll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world. Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us! Your role and key responsibilities As the BSI Design Manager, you will provide strategic leadership for all design activities within Battery Specific Infrastructure (BSI). You will own the implementation of business and product requirements, steer engineering contractors, and ensure seamless integration of stakeholder needs. This role demands high‑level decision‑making, cross‑functional coordination, and governance of design standards, BIM, and document control processes to deliver optimized, compliant, and future‑ready infrastructure. Location: St. Thomas, ON. This position is in‑person. What you bring to the team Own the translation of business and product user requirements into actionable design deliverables. Ensure alignment with operational objectives and long‑term infrastructure strategy. Collect, validate, and integrate requirements from multiple stakeholders. Drive consensus and maintain traceability to ensure all inputs are reflected in design outputs.



Lead interface management across technical units and disciplines. Ensure seamless coordination and resolution of design dependencies to prevent conflicts and delays. Provide strategic direction and oversight to engineering contractors. Ensure compliance with technical standards, project objectives, and cost/schedule targets. Govern technical change processes across all BSI design disciplines. Ensure traceability, minimize disruption, and maintain alignment with project milestones and business priorities. Develop and enforce design guidelines, procedures, and best practices. Drive standardization to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability of design processes. Oversee BIM implementation and document control BSI systems. Ensure digital model integrity, version control, and compliance with project protocols. Establish and monitor design risk management and quality assurance frameworks. Proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to QA/QC standards. What makes you stand out Master’s Degree – Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience). 10+ years of industry experience, minimum of 5+ years in a leadership role. Clean and Dry Room design with Strategic Design Leadership experience is required. Experience with Cross‑Functional Coordination.



Demonstrated skills in Technical Governance & Standardization. Advanced competency in MS Office Suite; experience with SharePoint, MS Teams. PMP or similar an asset What to look forward to Attractive remuneration: expected competitive compensation range of $162,000–$243,000 CAD (base pay plus short‑term incentive plan). Competitive benefits program, flexible selections. Pension and retirement savings: contribution to Registered Pension Plan with matching contribution. Employee Assistance Plan for mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing. Paid vacation and holiday allowance (no take‑out for Dec 24–31). Opportunities for development. Relocation support. Community engagement events. EEO Statement We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive setting. All qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws. Accommodations for People with Disabilities PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during the application process and employment. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, please inform us in advance. Recruitment Practices Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Our organization may use AI‑assisted tools as part of our recruitment processes. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human recruiters or hiring managers. Job Function: Operations | Level of Experience: Management | Salary Range: $162,000–$243,000 CAD | Job ID: 4425 #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Bsi Design Manager - C$162,000 - C$243,000 A Year (St. Thomas)
🏢 VOLKSWAGEN Group
📍 St. Thomas