Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Clearpath Robotics; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in robotics is seeking an industrial or manufacturing engineer to optimize manufacturing processes. The role involves creating work instructions, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with R&D on product transitions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electromechanical systems and lean manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electromechanical prototyping and assembly.
• Lean manufacturing experience and BOM management in an ERP environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and review manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives and uphold 5S activities.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Electromechanical Prototyping

Lean Manufacturing

Team-oriented Mindset

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Jira

ERP Systems

PLM Systems

Job description

We are looking for an industrial or manufacturing engineer who is passionate about upholding the manufacturing process to ensure that we are optimized for maximum productivity, quality, and efficiency. In this role, you are the master of organizing and simplifying complex processes to make them leaner and more efficient. Your primary responsibilities will be:

• Create and review manufacturing processes and work instructions, updating contents and performing training to roll out changes.
• Specify and procure equipment to support Production, working with third parties as required to coordinate implementation.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives and uphold 5S activities.
• Specify, design, build / outsource, and improve production jigs, test fixtures, and material handling carts.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate new equipment or processes.
• Perform root cause analysis and 8-D problem solving, and implement corrective actions to address quality concerns.
• Create and maintain manufacturing BOMs in the ERP system.
• Participate in the change management process to implement changes to existing products.
• Support the transition of new products from R&D to Production by participating in design reviews and build reviews.
• Additional tasks may include mentoring and assisting with the supervision of junior team members, supporting established processes such as ESD Control Program, annual tooling calibration, and preventive maintenance, assembling tooling prototypes, performing risk assessments, and planning facility layout improvements.

About You : You are the person on the production floor who sees an assembly process and thinks ‘with this simple tool, we could do this better’. You often sketch out concepts before reaching your desk, can envision assembly steps, anticipate issues, and confidently communicate recommendations to the R&D team. Safety is your priority. You may not enjoy working in Excel spreadsheets for long, but you appreciate the value of precise, well-organized data. Required Skills include:

• Solid understanding of electromechanical prototyping and assembly
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Practical knowledge of PCBA quality standards and common defects
• Lean manufacturing experience
• BOM management in an ERP environment
• SolidWorks experience in mechanical design of fixtures and tooling
• Experience with Jira, ERP, PLM systems
• Basic cost-benefit analysis skills
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems
• Team-oriented mindset

Bonus points for :

• Hobbies involving power tools, hand tools, or DIY automation (e.g., woodworking, home automation, Arduino projects, car repairs)
• Experience with TPM or preventative maintenance programs
• Experience working with ESD-sensitive products
• Participation in JHSC or knowledge of safety regulations
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics
• Familiarity with scripting languages like bash or Python
• Holding an EIT designation or pursuing one

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