The Engineering function at Smiths Interconnect Canada is responsible for delivering innovative solutions in rugged photonics and advanced micro-electronics for commercial, defense and aerospace applications. This team ensures that all engineering activities, from design and development to process optimization, meet business objectives, regulatory standards, and customer expectations.

As Engineering Manager, you will provide leadership and direction to the Montréal rugged photonics Engineering Department. Establishing engineering strategies, ensuring their execution under sound engineering practices, customer satisfaction standards, and excellence in design and manufacturing. This includes developing proactive technology roadmaps to support long-term growth, optimizing manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, ensuring compliance with quality management and regulatory standards, reliability requirements and regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g. ITAR, CGP), and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills to deliver operational excellence and support strategic business objectives

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Responsibiliti**

• esManage, mentor, and develop the Montréal rugged photonics Engineering Department, providing strategic leadership and direction for photonics products and advanced micro-electronics assembly technologie
• s.Lead employees using a performance management and development process that engages contributions through goal setting, feedback, and development plannin
• g.Foster a culture of collaboration and innovatio
• n.Collaborate with Human Resources to plan and execute staffing decisions that sustain technical competitivenes
• s.Establish local department goals in alignment with site management, manufacturing teams, and the Global Engineering Directo
• r.Manage resource capacity, including assignments, training, leave management, and administer continuous performance review programs to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equit
• y.Work with Operations to integrate manufacturing processes into new designs and technologies, ensuring manufacturability and alignment with business need
• s.Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvemen
• t.Implement Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficienc
• y.Use data-driven approaches to monitor process performance and identify trend
• s.Prepare reports and present findings to senior managemen
• t.Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance product and production capabilitie
• s.Stay current on industry best practices and emerging trend
• s.Develop a long-term technology roadmap for rugged photonics components (multi-lane digital and analog transceivers), focusing on innovation in materials, manufacturing processes, and product design
• s.Monitor progress of NPI projects, confer with team leaders and engineers, and ensure development progresses according to schedul
• e.Collaborate with external partners (e.g., universities) to support long-term technical roadmaps and manage intellectual property from these partnership
• s.Coordinate with project teams to ensure milestones are achieved and risks mitigate
• d.Manage and review activities, budgets, costs, and forecasts to track progress toward goal
• s.Prepare periodic operating reports highlighting innovation, team performance, and resilienc
• e.Lead process improvement projects from concept to implementatio
• n.Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project deliver
• y.Ensure compliance and participation in all Smiths Health and Safety programs, policies, procedures, and training requirement
• s.Ensure processes meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards (e.g., ITAR, CGP, MIL standards
• ).Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs

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Qualificati**

onsBachelor's Degree requi

redMaster's Degree Prefer

redElectrical Engineering or related fi

eldOIQ Member, as

setOptonique Member, as

setAbility to travel domestically and internationally <

25%Significant experience leading a team of highly technical employees (minimum 15 year

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Technical Knowledge and Sk**

• illsWell-versed in micro-electronics assembly processes and packaging (die attach, wire bonding, flip-chip, fiber alignme
• nt).Strong knowledge of photonics technologies; prior experience with optical transceivers is an as
• set.Strong engineering management abilities in an advanced manufacturing sett
• ing.Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) proces
• ses.Knowledge of MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-803, ISO/AS9100, and ESCC standa
• rds.Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement to
• ols.Understanding of export control, fair trade and anti-bribery/corruption
• law.Familiarity with ITAR and CGP regulatory requireme
• nts.Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing softw
• are.Demonstrated strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to define strategic paths and proactively engage senior leadership, and delegate effectively to drive resu
• lts.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilit
• ies.Ability to organize work for maximum efficiency, prioritize tasks, and evaluate strategic opti
• ons.Ability to write concise reports, highlight issues, and make recommendati
• ons.Proactive in identifying opportunities for change, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and implementing cost-reduction strategies within the department to enhance efficiency and competitiven

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Additional Inform**

ationControlled Goods and Techn

ologyA part of this position, you will be required to examine, handle, or transfer highly confidential equipment and technologies, including technical data or any technical assistance (such as instructions, training, etc.) classified as controlled goods. These goods have military or strategic significant, are critical to national security, and are strictly regulated under the Defence Production Act (DPA), and the Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), as part of Canada’s Controlled Goods Program (

CGP).As a condition of an offer of employment, you must agree to undergo a security assessment conducted by Smiths Interconnect Canada designated official, in compliance with the CGP and DPA requirements. This screening includes the verification of proof of citizenship or permanent resident status, a criminal record and other security check. The disclosure of controlled goods to unauthorized persons is a criminal offense under Canadian law, therefor, you will be required to strictly comply with all Canadian laws that apply to controlled g

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Planning and Decision M**

• aking:Assignments are objective-oriented and aligned with organizational prior
• ities.Work is evaluated based on achievement of strategic objectives and adherence to time
• lines.Decisions carry significant impact on processes, project outcomes, and future business activities; errors can result in critical delays and operational disrup
• tions.Demonstrated ability to make sound, effective and timely decisions on challenging matters by sourcing and analyzing critical information, exhibiting strong judg
• ement.Applies extensive experience, analytical capacity, problem-solving tools, and sound judgment to plan and accomplish complex

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Scope and Compl**

exity: Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities within Smiths Interconnect – Montreal’s team of approximately 25 employees, ensuring projects, initiatives, and processes conform to organizational policies and obje

ctives.Establishes operating policies and procedures that impact multiple departments and subordinate work units, while interpreting company-wide standards for local appli

cation.Develops and manages budgets, schedules, and performance standards to meet strategic and operational

goals.Contributes to the definition and achievement of functional KPIs and supports Environment, Health, Safety, and Security pr

ograms.Collaborates across multiple sites and geographies, influencing decisions and resource allocation beyond the local organi

zation.May oversee reporting relationships in multiple locations, requiring coordination across diverse teams and disc

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isons: Engage regularly with multiple stakeholders internally (Operations, PLM, Sales, Quality), externally (customers, suppliers, partners) and senior leadership to align engineering priorities with business obje

ctives.Lead technical briefings and collaborate with external partners, including customers, suppliers, and universities, to support innovation and product devel

opment.Represent the engineering function in cross-functional teams, customer meetings, and supply chain intera

ctions.Provide training and technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders on products and capabi

lities.