Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer

GE Vernova; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova's Markham site seeks a technical Manufacturing Process Engineer to own the full lifecycle of manufacturing processes, lead NPI launches, and drive continuous improvement across production lines.

The role involves developing production cell architectures, implementing Lean methods, managing SAP and MES structures, and ensuring readiness through engineering changes and ECM, focusing on scalability, quality, and traceability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or applied science from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years in electronics/electro-mechanical manufacturing, preferably with box builds.
• Experience creating and managing SAP/MES product structures.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 electronics manufacturing & quality standards.
• Lean manufacturing experience (Kaizen/5S) and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization strategy for new products from pilot to full-rate production.
• Drive DFM/DFX for manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Develop production cell architectures and write assembly work instructions.
• Identify bottlenecks and maximize throughput across lines.
• Advance digital traceability with MES/HERMES and related systems.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

SAP

MES

HERMES MES

Variant Configurator (VC)

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Markham Industrialization Team is seeking a highly technical and process-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to manage the full lifecycle of our manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for two primary pillars: leading the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) and driving continuous improvement for existing production lines.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization strategy for new products, ensuring that assembly processes are capable, repeatable, and scalable from pilot build to full-rate production.
• Lead DFM/DFA initiatives to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and own production cell architectures, detailed process flows, and comprehensive assembly work instructions.
• Maximize throughput by proactively identifying and eliminating production bottlenecks.
• Modernize production cells by deploying advanced manufacturing solutions, including automated assembly aids, cobot integration, and digital data collection systems.
• Execute Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S) to optimize workflows, reduce process cycle times, and minimize operational waste.
• Manage complex product structures in SAP, including the configuration and maintenance of SuperBOMs, Variant Configurators (VC), and production routings.
• Administer the HERMES MES platform, including the setup of production lines, routings, workbenches, and inspection templates to ensure robust digital traceability.
• Act as the technical approver for all engineering changes to ensure production readiness, quality, and process compliance.
• Manage the Engineering Change Management (ECM) lifecycle to ensure seamless technical updates and production continuity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, preferably with box builds and system final assembly.
• Proven ability to create and manage complex product structures in SAP and MES.
• In-depth familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 electronics manufacturing and quality standards.
• Proven track record in Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen/5S) and process optimization.
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Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

  Note: To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years’ experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No