Engineering Manager (Automotive Manufacturing)
- Mississauga, ON
- On-site
- Posted Oct 4, 2026
- 1 position
$140,000–$155,000 / year
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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Lead · 10+ years
- Minimum education
- College diploma
- Apply by
- Nov 1, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Lead manufacturing engineering teams and launch activities, overseeing process design, equipment procurement and commissioning, process changes, and technology integration. Develop the engineering team, support plant performance and customer delivery goals, manage budgets and supplier reviews, and drive cost reduction and continuous improvement.
Job details
HCR Permanent Search is working with a leading automotive manufacturing supplier in Mississauga, Ontario. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our Manufacturing Engineering activities and launch teams in a high-volume automotive environment. In this role, you will drive process design, oversee new technology integration, and direct continuous improvement to support key operational goals. Work Setting: Onsite Location: Mississauga, ON Work Type: Permanent Shift: Days Compensation: $140,000 - $155,000 Qualifications & Requirements Experience: 8–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in automotive heavy stamping environment. Education: Degree or Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and applicable experience). Technical & Standards Knowledge: Proven background in APQP, launch processes, and quality/environmental standards (TS16949, ISO14001, Occupational Health & Safety). Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; analytical mindset with a track record of effective team coaching and conflict resolution. Key Responsibilities Engineering & Launch Leadership: Lead engineering teams through process design, equipment procurement, installation, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with safety and legislative standards. Process & Technology Management: Direct internal/external process change management, manufacturing process documentation, and new technology integration. Team Development: Build, mentor, and empower an effective engineering team; set performance expectations and drive accountability. Operational Performance: Support plant operations with technical expertise to meet APQP requirements, division KPIs, and customer delivery schedules without downtime. Financial & Supplier Control: Manage department budgets, participate in integrator capability reviews, and support price negotiations. Continuous Improvement: Champion cost-reduction initiatives, lean improvements, and quality standards (TS16949 / ISO14001). If you believe you are an outstanding candidate for this opportunity, we invite you to submit your resume and all relevant information to HCR Permanent Search in confidence to: Matthew Snider MSnider@hcr.ca Please indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Only those selected to move forward in the consideration process will be contacted. Thank you for your interest! HCR Personnel Solutions Inc. welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
What you’ll do
Lead manufacturing engineering teams and launch activities, overseeing process design, equipment procurement and commissioning, process changes, and technology integration. Develop the engineering team, support plant performance and customer delivery goals, manage budgets and supplier reviews, and drive cost reduction and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requires 8–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in an automotive heavy-stamping environment and a degree or diploma in engineering, or equivalent education and experience. Candidates should have proven knowledge of APQP, launch processes, TS16949, ISO 14001, and occupational health and safety, along with strong communication, organizational, analytical, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
Listed skills
- Continuous Improvement · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Engineering Leadership
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Heavy Stamping
- Manufacturing Engineering
- APQP
- Launch Management
- Process Design
- Equipment Procurement
- Installation And Commissioning
- Process Change Management
- New Technology Integration
- Team Coaching And Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Budget Management
- Supplier And Integrator Reviews
- Continuous Improvement
Job areas
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety