Manufacturing Engineering Generalist

Date: Oct 9, 2025

Location: Kitchener, ON, CA, N2C 1J1

Company: Magellan

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Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defense and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Job purpose

The Manufacturing Engineering Generalist is responsible for design and development of CNC machining programs, fixtures, and tooling for manufacturing as well as manufacturing methods and development of performance optimization.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineering Generalist’s major activities and responsibilities include the following.

Essential Duties

• 5-axis and Mill Turn CNC Programming using Siemens NX

• Design and Development of Fixtures Tools and Jigs for manufacturing

• Machining process design and development

• Data-Driven Decision making through process and machine data collection

• Responsible to ensure Fixtures and Tooling conforms to drawing and is adequate to perform the required operation

• Document Fixtures and Tooling including Customer and DOD owned Tooling

• Functionally capable of Fixture and Tool design in Siemens NX

• Support subsidiary processes such as assembly, deburring and honing

• Responsible for the planning and execution of the preventive and corrective maintenance plan of the manufacturing fixtures

• Works closely with shop floor personnel in the machine shop

• Involved in Manufacturing process planning, including Manufacturing Methodology, PFMEA and creating planning assemblies in Siemens NX

• Proficient with General computer skills, Excel, Power point etc.

• Create and maintain in-process sketches and instructions for Manufacturing Processes

• Interoperate technical drawings for Aerospace industry

• Trouble shooting process issues on the shop floor. Root cause analysis and corrective action

• Other duties and projects as assigned

Stakeholder Management

• Be a critical interface with internal manufacturing, quality and operators as required

• Liaise with tool shops, customers, and suppliers as needed

Continuous Improvement

• Implement appropriate processes for documenting lessons learned and sharing of best practices

• Working with and creating processes towards streamlining order management

Travel

• 0% travel time will be required for this position

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• 0-5 years relevant experience working in a Manufacturing environment
• Outstanding analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, CAD, and CNC Programming
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills

Trade certification in machining, CET, P.Eng would be considered an asset.

Physical requirements

The physical requirements of this job are minimal. The daily routine will entail sitting at a desk, general walking to and from meetings and conducting regular floor walks on the manufacturing floor.

Direct reports

This position will have zero (0) direct reports.

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law)