Engineering Supervisor

Engineering Supervisor

Position Summary:

The primary function of this person will be to supervise a Design Engineering Team on one or more projects. The Engineering Supervisor will provide direction and design guidance for an Engineering Team. They will ensure that the team’s work meets the project design scope objectives, all applicable standards, and product specification requirements.

This role will be a 100% on-site located in Guelph, ON.

Performance Expectations:

• Estimate Engineering hours and generate project sub schedules that support the overall project schedule.
• Represent the design team in project meetings and report on project activities and progress.
• Prepare design concepts, should costs, lead design reviews and co-ordinate group evaluations of mule and prototype machines.
• Lead Design failure mode and effect analysis review (DFMEA).
• Participate in the development and execution of the Design Validation Plan (DVP).
• Approve all orders for prototype build activities for the team, ensuring they are issued in time to support all build timelines.
• Approve all Engineering design changes for the team ensuring that all designs meet applicable standards and specification requirements as well as manufacturing capabilities.
• Complete performance evaluation for direct reports and participate in career development discussion for team members.
• Prepare technical documentation for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SRED) tax claims for applicable projects.
• Assist with onboarding/training of new design engineering employees.
• Perform root cause analysis and propose solutions for design issues encountered.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure proposed design changes are acceptable prior to approval and implementation.
• Participate in departmental Continuous Improvement idea generation and implementation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Credentials:

• Experience working in a Design Engineering role within a fast-paced Manufacturing environment.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario (or eligible to be registered immediately).

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience as an Engineering Supervisor, Team Leader or Lead Design Engineer coordinating the work of other Design Engineers.
• Design and manufacturing experience in Heavy Equipment, Truck, Machinery, or in a similar industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in product design, GD&T, DFMEA, welding / fabrication processes, CANbus / machine controllers, hydraulics and general electrical skills. The ability to read and generate electrical and hydraulic schematics would be a definite asset.
• Familiar with engineering software tools: SOLID WORKS, AUTOCAD, MS Office, MS Project, FEA, and DOE.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a project within an Engineering team. Manage project through all phases of design and implementation (concept, detailed design, mule, test & validation, prototype, pre-production and production).
• Excellent project management skills (the ability to accurately estimate Engineering hours and move projects forward from concept through launch and production).
• Have a strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Great communication skills, the ability to work with a team and get results.

Why Linamar

• Opportunities to grow your career.
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports teams
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the full requirements for this position.­

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

About Skyjack

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985 and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry. As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjack’s safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees. Learn more about how you can become a part of the Skyjack team and align yourself with other motivated and engaged professionals.

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