Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical

Wärtsilä Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in mechanical engineering and metal enclosure manufacturing. This role involves designing efficient manufacturing processes, collaborating with design engineers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical engineering expertise and a solid background in metal fabrication techniques. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating sustainable energy solutions while working in a dynamic team environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of energy optimization.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, focusing on metal enclosure.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques and welding standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing processes for metal enclosures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure product manufacturability.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Metal Fabrication Techniques

Mechanical Engineering Principles

Quality Control Standards

Process Improvement Methodologies

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software (e.g., Creo, Inventor)

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical

Wärtsilä Energy Storage & Optimization (ES&O) is the leading global energy storage optimizer. Our mission is to deliver integrated energy solutions that build a resilient, intelligent, and flexible energy infrastructure - unlocking the way to an optimized renewable future. By integrating renewables, energy management technology, and storage with traditional energy resources, we reinvent clean energy production from the largest and most complex grids to the most remote and essential microgrids. We play a key role in Wärtsilä’s vision towards a 100% renewable energy future through flexibility, reliability, and integration for a more sustainable world for us all.

Wärtsilä’s Energy Business is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical with a focus on metal enclosure manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for design for manufacturing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure the efficient production of metal enclosures. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, metal fabrication techniques, and quality control standards. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter that can work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. The role will be part of the Hardware Engineering team.

The location for this position is at Wärtsilä's office in Toronto, ON, Canada. This will be an onsite role.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop manufacturing processes for metal enclosures, including sheet metal fabrication, welding, painting, and assembly.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners & design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new/existing products and provide feedback on design improvements.
• Develop and implement/review process control plans, work instructions, pFMEA, dFMEA, and manufacturing verification plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues, working closely with production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate tools, equipment, and technologies for metal enclosure manufacturing.
• Work independently with vendors and design team to understand root cause of failures, propose design or component changes, and implement and validate design changes.
• Lead Engineering Change Requests/Notifications (ECRs/ECNs) from proposal to implementation.
• Lead design work for mechanical changes by updating product drawings & models.
• Support IP test of the product and maintain the IP test procedure.
• Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Lead defining & design tooling/fixtures for advanced manufacturing & process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate in a team environment and/or take charge of opportunities to develop optimal solutions.

Minimum Experience and Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on metal enclosure manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques, including sheet metal forming, welding, painting, and assembly.
• Strong knowledge of metal enclosure welding standards e.g. ISO 5817-C, ISO 13920 and procedures is a must have.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Creo, Inventor) and other engineering tools.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Strong understanding of good documentation practices.
• Familiarity with NEMA and IP enclosure design and testing is an asset.
• Maintain positive working relationships with peers, subordinates, vendors, shop, and office in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with a global team from different backgrounds and on different time zones.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to travel up to 40% of the time.

Why you and us:

Wärtsilä Canada is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request. At Wärtsilä we value, respect, and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

We are not accepting unsolicited submissions from 3rd party recruitment agencies.

Successful applicant must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship. We look forward to hearing from you. Qualified candidates must apply online: https://www.wartsila.com/careers

Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law. Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.