Director of Engineering

Original job posting

Lead the regional engineering design and development team for single-phase and three-phase distribution transformers, overseeing daily engineering operations and supporting sales, production, and quality. Set and execute engineering strategy, manage budgets and departmental capacity, ensure standards compliance, improve productivity, and develop a high-performing team.

Job details

Job Title: Director of Engineering Location: 203 Purdy Rd, Colborne ON K0K 1S0; Onsite FLSA Status: Exempt Position Description: The Director of Engineering will lead the engineering design and development team, for the assigned region, for single phase and three phase distribution transformers. This role combines strategic leadership with engineering management, focusing on achieving business objectives and targets while overseeing daily engineering operations ensuring the successful design, development, and production of high-quality distribution transformers. Strategic Leadership: Assist in the development and execution of the engineering department's strategic goals aligned with organizational objectives Collaborate with other department leaders to align engineering initiatives with business priorities, budgets, and timelines Help drive innovation by identifying and sharing opportunities for new technologies, materials, and processes to enhance product performance and reduce costs Represent the engineering function in cross-functional leadership meetings, contributing to company-wide decision-making Develop and manage engineering budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources Engineering Management: Manage day-to-day engineering functions including sales, production and quality support Maintain design compliance with applicable industry standards, government regulations, and certifications such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, CSA and DOE Manage departmental capability and capacity through skill assessment, employee training and strategic hiring to meet customer demand and sales forecast Periodically review and evaluate engineering practices and procedures to ensure effectiveness and implementing best practices Manage and scale department productivity through tracking and establishment, as necessary, of departmental OKRs and KPIs Team Leadership: Manage, build and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities for team members through effective coaching and goal setting Help drive collaboration between engineering, production, quality, and other departments to optimize workflows and resolve technical challenges Requirements Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field 10+ years of experience in engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, in transformer Technical Skills: Proficiency in electrical distribution equipment design and application of associated industrial standards such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, and CSA. Knowledge of distribution transformer design and associated manufacturing processes a plus Proficiency in engineering design and analysis tools (e.g., CAD, FEA, simulation software) and productivity and ERP software Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies Leadership & Management Skills: Proven ability to lead diverse teams and foster collaboration across departments and disciplines Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa Benefits Why Join Cam Tran Competitive salary and benefits Salary Range - based on experience Clean, safety-first workplace with ISO 9001:2015 registration Growth-oriented, values-driven culture Cam Tran welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead the regional engineering design and development team for single-phase and three-phase distribution transformers, overseeing daily engineering operations and supporting sales, production, and quality. Set and execute engineering strategy, manage budgets and departmental capacity, ensure standards compliance, improve productivity, and develop a high-performing team.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field, plus 10 or more years of engineering experience, including at least five years in a manufacturing leadership role. Candidates should have expertise in electrical distribution equipment and relevant industry standards, engineering design tools, continuous improvement methods, project management, and cross-functional leadership.

Listed skills

• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Engineering Leadership
• Transformer Design
• Electrical Distribution Equipment
• ANSI Standards
• ASTM Standards
• IEEE Standards
• CSA Standards
• DOE Regulations
• CAD
• Finite Element Analysis
• Simulation Software
• ERP Software
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Project Management
• Team Development

Job areas

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing