Engineer - Project

Linamar Corporation; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineer to oversee engineering projects from initiation through testing and into production. This role involves planning and directing new projects while ensuring compliance with organizational standards. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and experience in a high-volume machine shop environment. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, this position offers career advancement opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Community outreach supporting local initiatives

Social committees and sports teams

Discounts with local vendors

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machine shop experience in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of SPC, process and machine capability, and lot control techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering projects from initiation to production.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Monitor production line performance and optimize processes.

Skills

CNC machining

blueprint reading

statistical analysis

effective communication

process capability

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Engineer - Plant position will be responsible for overseeing engineering projects from project initiation through testing and into production. The role involves planning, coordinating, and directing new projects or processes to ensure compliance with organizational standards, procedures, and work processes.

Performance Expectations

1. Specify and select special tools and fixtures as required.
2. Determine appropriate measuring tools and methods.
3. Communicate with customers (when required) and suppliers.
4. Participate in customer focus teams, APQP activities, and coordinate with other departments.
5. Estimate cycle times and costs for each operation.
6. Set production targets and goals.
7. Assist in preparing quotations.
8. Establish suitable materials and equipment, and determine applicable codes and standards.
9. Ensure process capability to meet specifications.
10. Investigate processing issues and develop solutions for assigned projects and parts.
11. Maintain process control through quality troubleshooting and improvements.
12. Update process documentation as needed.
13. Manage customer drawings and revisions.
14. Keep records and communicate with other departments.
15. Prepare project SRED.
16. Maintain and optimize line layouts.
17. Monitor production line performance and OEE data.

Credentials

1. Post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
2. At least three years of machine shop experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
3. Knowledge of CNC machining, spline rolling, heat treatment, GDT, and blueprint reading.
4. Understanding of SPC, process and machine capability, and lot control techniques.
5. Familiarity with LPS, TS 16949, and related procedures.
6. Experience with statistical analysis software, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
7. Training in APQP, SPC, FMEA, MSA, PPAP is preferred.

Desired Characteristics

1. Effective communication and interaction skills with supervisors and managers.
2. Ability to coordinate work within engineering and technician teams.
3. Willingness to attend professional development seminars and conferences.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Career advancement opportunities.
• Community outreach supporting local and global initiatives.
• Social committees and sports teams.
• Discounts with local vendors and auto suppliers.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturer of highly engineered products across various industries. We foster a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where employees can succeed and make an impact.

We are committed to accessible recruitment and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10965
• Job Category: Operation
• Posting Date: 05/06/2025, 08:33 PM