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Senior Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Manager

Guelph, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 18, 2026
1 position

$100,000–$120,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

The role involves driving manufacturing process optimization, implementing automation solutions, and leading engineering projects from concept to production. You will also provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across departments to resolve process bottlenecks.

Job details

The Opportunity: I’m partnering with an established, highly technical niche component manufacturer located in Southwestern Ontario. Operating out of clean, modern facilities, they deliver high-precision engineering solutions for global clients across demanding industrial sectors. They’re looking to hire a Senior Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Manager to drive manufacturing process optimization, automation implementation, and technical leadership. This is an on-site, technical role suited for a versatile, self-directed engineer who thrives in high-mix environments — leading custom automation projects and solving complex manufacturing process challenges. What You'll Be Doing: Performing process optimization, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement on high-precision component manufacturing lines Designing, implementing, and optimizing flexible automation solutions Integrating and troubleshooting automated vision inspection systems and assembly equipment to eliminate manual processes and ensure product quality Utilizing 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) and 2D drafting (AutoCAD) to design workstations, assembly equipment, robotic tooling, fixtures, and material handling systems Leading manufacturing engineering projects from initial concept through design, installation, debug, and full production stabilization Partnering with Production, Quality, Product Development, and Health & Safety departments to resolve process bottlenecks and enforce safe operational standards Documenting engineering changes, establishing standard work instructions, and providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff Managing project deliverables independently with minimal direction while maintaining clear cross-functional communication and quick execution timelines What You'll Need to Be Successful: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, or Robotics & Automation Minimum 5 to 10 years of progressive hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in high-volume or high-precision production environments Strong technical expertise in automation, robotics, PLC concepts, sensors, and vision inspection technologies Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks) and 2D drafting (AutoCAD) for fixture, tooling, and equipment design Proven track record of independently managing engineering projects from concept through to final validation using root-cause analysis Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, safety-first mindset and a drive to build efficient processes Compensation Range: $100,000 - $120,000

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree or diploma in a relevant engineering field and 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in high-precision production environments. Proficiency in automation technologies, PLC concepts, and CAD software is required for this position.