The Engineering Manager leads the engineering team through various product development and production cycles. The Engineering Manager will deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions into the manufacturing process and to our customers, and has responsibility for both people management (development, coaching) and project leadership for those projects in his/her domain.
Key Skills for This Role
Pro-EngineerSolidworksCADQuality Operating System (QOS)APQPGD&T
Full Job Posting
Position Summary
The Engineering Manager leads the engineering team through various product development and production cycles. The Engineering Manager will deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions into the manufacturing process and to our customers, and has responsibility for both people management (development, coaching) and project leadership for those projects in his/her domain.
Primary Responsibilities
Tracks and reports on engineering targets (BOM cost, quality, customer and/or internal plant delivery timing, performance, project and department engineering budget, etc.) for all assigned projects.
Ensures that programs are properly resourced (both quality and quantity) for success, whether through assignment of direct resources or leverage of external resources as required.
Responsibility for capacity monitoring, reporting, and optimization.
Provides team leadership, management support, including coaching and active engagement with direct and extended team.
Provides technical leadership in directing the efforts of a cross-functional engineering team in the development and release of all relevant engineering deliverables in compliance with the product development process and/or customer expectations.
Ensures engineering timing plans, defect/issues list, risk assessments, and lessons learned are created and maintained, and provides engineering status for project reviews (e.g. APQP milestones, etc.) according to program timing for all assigned projects.
Ensures compliance to Company procedures (e.g. Process - Work Instructions) and applicable standards (e.g.).
Apply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
First Level of formal supervisory responsibility with both functional and disciplinary authority.
Resource planning and alignment to ensure that all projects in the department are properly staffed with the right quality and quantity of resource to meet the deliverables in an effective and efficient way is a key objective of this position.
Develops process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA’s), control plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and supports problem-solving initiatives by implementing corrective action.
Complies with the requirements of Quality Operating System (QOS).
Modifying the design of the existing plant layout based on internal/external customer requirements.
Maintaining a thorough knowledge of product design techniques and all CAD software systems, maintaining drawings and nesting databases.
Initiating and driving justification for upgrades to processing, equipment, and WIP, to enhance the performance of the system and value to the customer.
Provide expertise in industrial engineering and process design to other departments.
Understanding of the concepts of synchronous manufacturing and lean production manufacturing methodologies, and the ability to formulate and implement a tactical plan.
Participates in Continuous Improvement and assists in its implementation on an ongoing basis, implementing lean manufacturing principles to improve plant productivity.
Assists in the commissioning of new plants/ lines, equipment, and other systems to ensure that the introduction into the production facility is handled efficiently and with minimum disruptions.
Follows safe work procedures; Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); Uses workplace tools and equipment as instructed; Reports workplace hazards, injuries, and illness as soon as possible following the event.
Comply with duties and responsibilities as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ensure corrective action is taken when violations occur.
Performs other duties as necessary for the completion of projects and achievement of departmental goals.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. Ensures that facilities are in full compliance with all safety regulations.
Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (i.e. IATF, ISO 14001)
Educational Requirements
College Diploma or University Degree in the Mechanical Engineering field
Minimum 5 years of related experience in the automotive or fabrication field with a proven track record of exemplary performance.
Minimum 5 years’ experience with the latest CAD software modules: design and layout, ideally has experience working with Pro-Engineer, Solidworks & Auto CAD
In-depth knowledge of process improvement tools, product design techniques, mechanical drawing standards, and GD&T
Prior experience with metal cutting, forming, welding (manual and robotic), and machining.
Knowledge of Lean techniques
Ability to travel if required.
What We Offer – Your Benefits Package
At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.
Health & Wellness
Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
Fitness membership discount
Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
Financial Benefits
Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
RRSP Match Program
Life and travel insurance for you and your family
Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
Employee Discount Program
Time Off & Culture
Three weeks vacation days to start
Regular company events and team activities
Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
Career Growth
Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training
Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.
Disclaimer: Only emails from talent@arrowmfggroup.com are official. Any other contact is unauthorized. #IND-HP
About Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group
Metal Manufacturing & Fabrication30 employeesFounded 1951
Family-owned U.S. spring manufacturer supplying custom compression, torsion, extension springs, and fourslide stampings to industrial customers.
