Hardware Engineering Manager

ZipRecruiter; Halifax; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian company in building automation systems seeks a Hardware Development Manager. This role involves providing strategic leadership, managing engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in high-volume manufacturing and hold a P.Eng. designation.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Deep understanding of hardware engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership in hardware development.
• Manage and mentor team members, including performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Job description

Job Description

About the client:

Our client, a leading Canadian company based in British Columbia, specializes in building automation systems and has grown into a global leader, delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across sectors like commercial, healthcare, hospitality, education, and leisure.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and technical leadership in hardware development.
• Guide the team in the application of advanced technology and engineering principles to meet project and customer requirements.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation and accurate definition of all products.
• Oversee and direct technology research, investigations, and innovation.
• Manage and mentor team members, including performance evaluations, salary reviews, and career development planning.
• Lead recruitment efforts in collaboration with Human Resources for full-time, part-time, contract, and co-op roles.
• Establish and manage the budget for the Hardware functional group.
• Offer consultative input into project timelines and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with processes, procedures, and engineering standards.
• Audit development teams to ensure quality and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in development methodologies, tools, and best practices aligned with corporate and customer needs.
• Track and report on performance metrics for hardware development efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement and maintain processes related to Design for Excellence (DFX), including:
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Design for Test (DFT)
• Design for Reliability (DFR)
• Design for Supply Chain (DFSC)
• Apply reliability engineering techniques such as DFMEA, PFMEA, and HALT.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering or equivalent experience; specialization in Mechatronics .
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Deep understanding of technical challenges and trends in the hardware engineering field.
• Experience establishing engineering processes that align with industry best practices and regulatory standards.

Salary and benefits: Up to $120k | Paid Vacation | Health Benefits