Website Career Connections Canada Inc.
Job description
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Development Manager to join our dynamic client in the manufacturing industry. We’re looking for a Manager of Product Engineering to lead a team of engineers and technical staff focused on developing new products and improving existing ones. You’ll play a key role in ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability across all product development stages.
Reports To: Director, Product Engineering
Key Responsibilities:
People Leadership
- Build and retain a skilled engineering team
- Oversee performance management, direct supervision, and recruitment
Project Management
- Develop and track project plans
- Monitor timelines, allocate resources, and manage budgets
Engineering Oversight
- Ensure product quality through prototyping, testing, and problem-solving
- Reduce post-launch issues
Product Development
- Apply sound engineering principles to design and launch new products
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve manufacturability and reduce costs
- Validate performance through rigorous testing and certifications
- Maintain quality standards (ISO, UL, CSA, BIFMA, etc.)
Workflow & Process Optimization
- Improve internal processes for faster time-to-market
- Use technology and clear workflows to boost efficiency and reduce errors
- Manage the ECR/ECO process for product changes
Product Improvement
- Support ongoing improvements in quality, cost, and manufacturability
Requirements:
- Proven experience leading a product development team in a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
- Experience with plastic injection molded products, fabricated metal tubes, welded assemblies, polyurethane foam molded parts, and sewn goods
- Engineering degree or equivalent technical education
- Must have valid P.Eng certification
** Career Connections Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request an accommodation, please contact Career Connections Canada Inc.**