Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer

GE-Vernova-; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE-Vernova- in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to own the full lifecycle of production processes, from New Product Introductions to ongoing improvements of existing lines. You will lead industrialization, DFx initiatives, develop production cell layouts, and deploy automated tooling and data collection to maximize throughput.

Candidates should have 5+ years in electronics/manufacturing, a B.A.Sc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or applied science.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing, including box builds and final assembly.
• Experience creating and managing complex product structures in SAP and MES.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610/620 electronics manufacturing and quality standards.
• Lean Manufacturing experience (Kaizen/5S) and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the industrialization strategy for new products from pilot build to full-rate production.
• Develop and own production cell architectures, detailed process flows, and assembly work instructions.
• Maximize throughput by identifying and eliminating bottlenecks.
• Deploy advanced manufacturing solutions, including automated aids and digital data collection systems.
• Execute Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S) to optimize workflows and reduce waste.
• Manage SAP structures (SuperBOMs, VC, and routings) and MES configurations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.A.Sc. or B.Eng.

Tools

SAP

HERMES MES

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