Automotive Engineering Manager - Program Leadership

Ellos HR Solutions; Kitchener, Cambridge, Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellos HR Solutions is partnering with a highly established Tier 2 automotive manufacturer in the Kitchener-Cambridge area to recruit an experienced Engineering Manager. This role leads engineering programs and a team of program managers to drive launches, manufacturability, and continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates bring strong engineering management experience in automotive manufacturing, extensive APQP/PPAP knowledge, and a track record of cross-functional leadership with Manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Strong engineering management experience within automotive manufacturing.
• Experience leading program managers, engineers, or technical teams.
• Solid understanding of automotive program management, product launches, manufacturing processes, and engineering execution.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, GD&T, engineering changes, and customer-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering function and provide direction to a team of three Program Managers.
• Oversee automotive programs from initial planning and development through launch and production.
• Ensure engineering projects meet customer requirements for quality, timing, cost, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical and leadership support for APQP, PPAP, product launches, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Operations and other departments to identify manufacturing improvements and resolve technical challenges.
• Review program performance, project milestones, resource requirements, risks, and priorities with the leadership team.

Skills

Engineering mgmt experience

Automotive industry

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Ellos HR Solutions is partnering with a highly established Tier 2 automotive manufacturer in the Kitchener-Cambridge area to recruit an experienced Engineering Manager. This role leads engineering programs and a team of program managers to drive launches, manufacturability, and continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates bring strong engineering management experience in automotive manufacturing, extensive APQP/PPAP knowledge, and a track record of cross-functional leadership with Manufacturing,