Manufacturing Engineering Specialist Job Ottawa area,Nepean Ontario Canada,Engineering

Location: Nepean

Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Job Description

This role provides hands-on technical support for manufacturing equipment programming, automation, fixture design, and production process improvements. You will work closely with the Manufacturing Engineering Support team to program and troubleshoot advanced manufacturing equipment, support the design and development of fixtures, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical support for manufacturing equipment programming and automation in a production environment.

Program, configure, and troubleshoot Keyence AI vision camera systems to support automated inspection and manufacturing processes.

Program and support smart torque tools to ensure accurate and reliable fastening operations on the production line.

Assist with equipment setup, testing, and troubleshooting to maintain efficient and reliable manufacturing operations.

Support the design and development of manufacturing fixtures using CAD software and 3D modeling tools.

Apply strong mechanical aptitude to diagnose mechanical issues and implement practical solutions on equipment and fixtures.

Collaborate closely with the Manufacturing Engineering Support team to implement process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Use CAD and 3D modeling tools to create, modify, and maintain accurate models and drawings for fixtures and equipment.

Assist in integrating mechanical, electrical, and control systems into manufacturing equipment and automation solutions.

Demonstrate a willingness to learn new machine programming, automation technologies, and related tools to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Support documentation of equipment configurations, fixture designs, and process changes in alignment with engineering and production requirements.

Contribute to troubleshooting efforts for mechanical, electrical, and control system issues on the production floor.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in CAD software for creating and modifying engineering designs.

Experience with 3D modeling for fixtures, tooling, or equipment components.

Hands-on mechanical and equipment experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.

Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues effectively.

Experience with Keyence vision systems or AI vision camera programming.

Experience with smart torque tools and their programming or configuration.

Ability and willingness to learn machine programming and automation technologies.

Eligibility for or possession of Reliability Clearance, as required for the role.

Proficiency with Solid Works and AutoCAD for design and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with SAP is considered an asset.

Experience with Aegis Factory Logix is considered an asset.

Demonstrated interest in learning new technologies related to machine learning, automation, and equipment programming.

Strong practical problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

Ability to work collaboratively within a Manufacturing Engineering Support team.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role working Monday through Friday from 8:00 . to 4:00 ., for a 40-hour work week. The position is offered as a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension, providing the opportunity to work directly with manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and engineering tools such as CAD and 3D modeling software in a hands-on production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nepean, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will…