Site Manufacturing Engineer

As Site Manufacturing Engineer
, you will represent CRWS on site at a key manufacturing partner and act as the single point of technical truth. You will ensure production aligns with engineering intent, quality requirements, and schedule commitments, while providing hands-on execution support and real-time issue resolution.

This role operates in a high-urgency industrial and rail environment and is ideal for an engineer or technologist who is comfortable working autonomously on site, coordinating across teams, and driving execution without compromising safety, quality, or compliance.

Act as CRWS’s official on-site technical representative.

Serve as the primary interface between Montréal-based engineering teams and on-site production.

Take engineering decisions on the spot or collaborate with head office to quickly resolve production snags.

Perform on-site measurements, inspections, sampling, and photographic documentation.

Identify, document, and report deviations between drawings and actual production.

Participate in design reviews and provide field-based technical feedback.

• Produce structured weekly technical and execution reports.

Coordinate day-to-day execution between CRWS and the manufacturing partner.

• Help the PM monitor production progress, workforce mobilization, and schedule adherence.

Support achievement of critical production milestones.

Act as CRWS’s “eyes and ears” for quality on site.

Perform ad-hoc conformity checks against drawings and specifications.

Support inspections, deviation management, and corrective actions.

Co-develop and maintain a site-specific Quality Plan with the manufacturing partner.

• Review and contribute to technical documentation, including drawings, BOMs, procedures, and as-built records.

Support change management and technical decision traceability.

• Coordinate logistics and onboarding for visiting CRWS personnel.

Ensure proper setup and day-to-day operation of CRWS’s on-site office.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
• 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial project environments.
• Strong exposure to mechanical systems and shop-floor execution.
• Experience in rolling stock, transportation, or heavy industry is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to act as a liaison between engineering and production teams.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Practical understanding of fabrication processes and industrial production.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
• Strong technical writing and structured reporting skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote or semi-autonomous site environment.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

• You are execution-focused and hands-on.
• You communicate clearly and document decisions rigorously.
• You are comfortable managing ambiguity and resolving field issues.
• You take ownership and act with professionalism.

• Occasional travel to Montréal for coordination or training.
• Exposure to manufacturing and industrial environments; PPE required.

• Act as a trusted on-site technical authority.
• Work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
• Play a key role in delivering complex rolling stock programs.
• Join a growing organization with long-term opportunities in the rail industry.

What’s in it for you?

We believe great work deserves great rewards. As a Site Manufacturing Engineer in our New Richmond team, you ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your growth, well-being, and everyday life.

We offer a market-aligned salary with regular reviews to ensure your compensation reflects your skills and contributions.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered, plus wellness programs and EAP support.

We offer support for long-term retirement planning.

Recharge with paid vacation and 10 personal days per year.

Access training programs, certifications, and conference opportunities to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward.

Opportunity to work on complex rolling stock projects across North America.

People first. Money later.

At CRWS, we don’t just deliver engineering services — we build the future of railways. As a dynamic and fast-growing firm, we specialize in rolling stock, rail infrastructure, and project management solutions across North America. With a commitment to technical excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and sustainable mobility, we are assembling the next generation of leaders in the rail industry.

Join us. Build the future. Shape the railway industry. Grow with us.

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in this job.

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