Engineering Manager​/Department Leader

Position: Engineering Manager / Department Leader
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager / Department Leader to lead manufacturing engineering operations within a well-established automotive manufacturing facility in Mississauga.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the successful candidate will oversee engineering activities, new equipment installations, manufacturing process development, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering team performance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably with a background in metal stamping operations.

Location:

Mississauga, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary:

Competitive base salary plus performance bonus

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Manufacturing Engineering department, ensuring alignment with operational goals, budgets, and performance targets.

Oversee new equipment launches, including process design, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and production readiness.

Lead manufacturing process development, process changes, and new technology integration.

Support new product and program launches, ensuring compliance with APQP requirements and customer expectations.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.

Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve plant performance.

Evaluate equipment suppliers and system integrators, participating in technical assessments, negotiations, and selection processes.

Develop and manage departmental budgets, resources, and engineering project priorities.

Lead, coach, and develop engineering team members while maintaining accountability for departmental performance.

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements.

Support equipment utilization, manufacturing capacity planning, and operational performance improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree or diploma in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

8–10 years of leadership experience within an automotive or manufacturing environment preferred.

Strong background in automotive manufacturing, with metal stamping experience highly preferred.

Proven experience managing manufacturing engineering teams and complex engineering projects.

Hands-on experience with equipment installation, commissioning, process development, and manufacturing launches.

Strong understanding of APQP, automotive quality requirements, and manufacturing process improvement.

Experience with capital equipment projects, budgeting, and cost reduction initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.

Flexibility to support operational requirements and occasional travel as needed.