Director, Manufacturing Engineering

Sonova International; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary team in Kitchener. This high-impact position involves overseeing engineering support for custom molded products, driving improvements in manufacturing processes, and ensuring quality and operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have 10 years of engineering leadership experience and a degree in Engineering or Science. A hybrid work model is offered with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Variable bonus

Employer-matched pension

Wellness benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of engineering leadership experience in regulated industries.
• Strong background in automation or advanced manufacturing.
• English proficiency; German or French an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a manufacturing engineering team.
• Drive improvements in safety quality delivery and cost efficiency.
• Support new product introductions and post-launch optimization.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Proficiency in SAP

Education

Engineering or Science degree (Electrical / Mechanical preferred)

Masters degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Director Manufacturing Engineering Custom Products — Location : Sonova Kitchener

As the Director of Manufacturing Engineering Custom Products you will lead a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional Process Product and Service Solutions that drive Sonovas Core Value Drivers (CVDs). You will oversee engineering support for product families including In-the-Ear (ITE) custom molded products and private label products ensuring innovation quality and operational excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for strategy execution and talent development directly shaping how Sonova advances its manufacturing capabilities technology adoption and global operations performance.

What Youull Do

• Lead and develop a manufacturing engineering team.
• Drive improvements in safety quality delivery and cost efficiency.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and post-launch optimization.
• Partner with R&D Operations and other teams to launch and scale products.
• Create and execute a multi-year improvement roadmap.
• Manage budgets and report progress to leadership.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What Were Looking For

• Engineering or Science degree (Electrical / Mechanical preferred); Masters is a plus.
• 10 years of engineering leadership experience in regulated industries (medical devices automotive pharma).
• Strong background in automation advanced manufacturing or hearing devices is a plus.
• Excellent communication leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office SAP MS Project.
• English required; German or French an asset.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

What We Offer

• Exciting leadership role in a global healthcare company.
• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• Competitive salary variable bonus and employer-matched pension.
• Wellness and paramedical benefits.
• Career development mentorship and growth opportunities.
• A diverse inclusive and innovative work culture.

Recognition

Recognition as a Great Place to Work (May 2024May 2025)

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