Development Engineering Manager

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Development Engineering Manager for a two-year term. This pivotal role involves providing technical oversight and leading a skilled team to enhance manufacturing processes and develop innovative medical products. You will interact with customers, prepare project estimates, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, project management experience, and knowledge of the nuclear medicine field. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives through advanced medical technology and innovation.

Benefits

Annual cash incentive

Full range of medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Inclusive work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 10 years of working experience in relevant fields.
• Experience leading projects related to Medical Device or Drug Product Development.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and manage a team in Engineering & Development.
• Lead projects to improve manufacturing processes and develop new products.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Manufacturing processes

Nuclear Medicine knowledge

Education

University Honours Degree in Engineering or Science

P.Eng or eligible for P.Eng

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

6-sigma

Lean manufacturing

Root cause investigation tools

Job description

BWXT Medical Ltd. provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Medical Ltd. is part of the BWXT nuclear power segment (NPG) of BWX Technologies, Inc.

BWXT Medical are hiring a Development Engineering Manager - 2 year-term at our site in Kanata, ON.

PURPOSE:

To provide technical oversight and manage a team in the BWXT Medical, Engineering & Development department. Leads team to improve current manufacturing processes and solutions as well as development of new products. Has responsibility for the technical performance and safe execution of work executed by team.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Technical leadership accountabilities (Technical Leadership)

• Directly interact with customers and partners
• Prepares or reviews estimates for projects (scope, cost, schedule)
• Frequently make technical decisions with the potential for impact on the department
• Occasionally make technical decisions with potential for impact on organization
• Communicates and enforces organizational priorities and goals
• Lead and advise engineers and technicians to meet quality and project requirements
• Demonstrate critical thinking and technical problem solving
• Demonstrate flexible thinking, ability to pivot when change in organization priority occurs
• Ensures programs and specifications are followed
• Create reports and give updates on projects
• Oversee/lead systematic resolution of technical troubleshooting and root cause investigation
• Participate in technical dispute resolution process
• Provide technical assistance and participate in collaborative cross functional business initiatives with other teams, like Finance, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Environmental Health & Safety and Regulatory Affairs

Functional manager accountabilities (People Leadership)

• Lead and motivate employees
• Hire team members
• Oversee training for employees
• Responsible for performance management of employees
• Provide administrative and site supervisory oversight for employees
• Accountable to oversee laboratory safety and work practices to prevent injury or illness for employees

Manage small and medium sized projects (Project Manager)

• Lead technical teams to design, build and test prototypes of equipment and processes
• Ensures project objectives and specifications are met
• Liaise with Project Leaders/Managers regarding resource allocation
• Monitor and report on project progress
• Lead and advise technicians and engineers to meet project requirements
• Oversees coordination of tasks to execute work
• Liaise with HR related for employee or bargaining unit issues

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant University Honours Degree, usually Engineering or Science
  • P.Eng or eligible for P.Eng is valuable
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or other Project Management Institute (PMI) designation is valuable
• 10 years working experience
  • 6-sigma, Lean or other manufacturing or quality designation/certification is valuable
  • Certification as a Root cause investigator or facilitator is valuable
• 3 years’ experience in the Nuclear Medicine Field
• Experience leading projects related to Medical Device or Final Drug Product Development
• Experience working with relevant health and nuclear regulatory agencies, like: Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, US Food and Drug Administration, Health Canada
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to balance competing priorities
• Experience overseeing work that adheres to external technical standards and regulations

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $107,000.0 and $157,000.0 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Medical Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Medical Ltd. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.