Great opportunity: Director of Mechanical Engineering
Location: Vaughan ON.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Director of Mechanical Engineering with 8 years of experience to lead the mechanical engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in mechanical design product development and team leadership with the ability to drive projects from concept through production. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments to deliver highquality engineering solutions that meet company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
- Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Set team goals provide regular feedback and conduct performance evaluations to ensure team members are meeting professional and company expectations.
- Oversee resource allocation project timelines and budget management to ensure ontime and onbudget delivery of engineering projects.
Project Management:
- Manage the entire product development lifecycle from initial concept through detailed design prototyping testing and production.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including electrical engineering software engineering manufacturing and marketing to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components in products.
- Identify and mitigate risks throughout the design and development process ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Technical Expertise:
- Provide technical guidance and expertise in the areas of mechanical design materials selection thermal management and structural analysis.
- Lead design reviews and ensure that engineering solutions are robust costeffective and meet all technical requirements.
- Stay uptodate with the latest advancements in mechanical engineering materials science and manufacturing technologies to drive innovation within the team.
Strategic Planning:
- Work closely with senior management to define the mechanical engineering strategy that aligns with the company s longterm goals.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements cost reductions and product innovations that can enhance the companys competitive advantage.
- Develop and manage relationships with external vendors partners and industry experts to leverage external expertise and resources.
Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure all mechanical designs comply with relevant industry standards safety regulations and environmental guidelines.
- Implement and maintain rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure the highest levels of product quality and reliability.
Requirements
- Bachelor s or Master s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Proven experience in leading mechanical engineering teams through the entire product development lifecycle.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles materials science thermal analysis and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) and other engineering tools.
- Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
- Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Experience in the industryspecific sector is a plus.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus structure.
- Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Additional companyspecific benefits