Manufacturing Engineer/Manufacturing Engineering Technologist

New Flyer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobility solutions company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support engineering activities in Winnipeg. The role involves collaborating with cell teams, implementing lean manufacturing initiatives, and ensuring production efficiency. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and familiarity with AutoCAD, alongside strong teamwork and analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Lean certification or similar experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support all manufacturing engineering activities within assigned manufacturing cell(s).
• Collaborate effectively with the cell team to achieve operational metrics.
• Implement lean initiatives like 5S and value stream mapping.

Skills

Team collaboration

AutoCAD proficiency

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

POSITION GOAL:

Support all manufacturing engineering activities within assigned manufacturing cell(s), including implementing and facilitating lean manufacturing initiatives, ECO's, inventory management, contract reviews, standard work instructions, standards evaluation, and facility upgrades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide manufacturing engineering support within assigned manufacturing cell(s).
• Collaborate effectively with the cell team to achieve operational metrics and pursue remedial actions.
• Maintain updates on manufacturing engineering tasks in the cell log.
• Represent manufacturing engineering in daily cell meetings and weekly metrics reviews.
• Design or specify equipment, tooling, or racking needed for manufacturing.
• Review ECOs and support production implementation.
• Assign default locators to parts within cells.
• Create and train personnel on standard work instructions and hot sheets.
• Maintain layouts and maps (plant, cell, inventory, safety).
• Specify and oversee capital and equipment upgrades or modifications.
• Implement lean initiatives like 5S, value stream mapping, and setup reduction.
• Foster continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Participate in SWAT teams to resolve issues across functions.
• Conduct process observations to ensure fair time standards.
• Plan resources to support production activities.
• Validate and implement routing changes.
• Review contracts for production readiness.
• Participate in MRB meetings for non-conforming materials.
• Initiate ECRs as needed.
• Support process planning and production engineering.
• Participate in certifications and audits as required.
  
  

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Lean certification or similar experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective team collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with computers and measurement tools.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or UniGraphics.
• Unigraphics and Oracle knowledge is a plus.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office.
• Less than 10% travel required.
• Ability to walk, bend, climb, sit, and stand for extended periods.

Benefits

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility globally. We provide zero-emission buses, coaches, infrastructure, and technology, meeting urban demands for scalable, smart mobility solutions. Together, we enable more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. Visit www.nfigroup.com and related sites for more info.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive wages and benefits with immediate eligibility.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Work in a passionate, innovative environment committed to better products and workplaces.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity and empowerment.
• Ongoing training and development (invested over $10 million in 2023).
• Opportunities for advancement within our family of companies.

Note: We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.