Sr Manager, Mechanical Eng - Solar, Storage & EV Charging

Schneider Electric North America; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Metro Vancouver is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead their Solar, Storage, and EV Charging product lines. In this role, you will foster innovation and ensure product reliability while managing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates bring substantial leadership experience and proficiency in CAD tools, with knowledge of manufacturing techniques. Flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leaves

Pension matching

Well-being programs

Holidays & paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering management role.
• Experience in high-volume product development, preferably in solar, storage, or EV charging.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles and automated manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing mechanical engineering team.
• Ensure timely delivery of mechanical engineering milestones.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver products on schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical principles

Problem-solving

Communication

CAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a collaborative and experienced leader to manage our Mechanical Engineering team within Schneider’s Solar, Storage, and EV Charging product lines. In this role, you will support and guide a talented group of engineers, fostering an environment where innovation and quality thrive. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, proficiency with CAD tools, and a track record of delivering robust designs. If you are passionate about advancing sustainable technologies and enjoy leading teams through complex challenges, we would love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and guide a high-performing mechanical engineering team, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Build and strengthen core expertise in high-density power electronics packaging, magnetic design, thermal management, and innovative mechanical solutions.
• Collaborate with Industrial Design teams to drive ideation while balancing development timelines, cost considerations, and technical requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of mechanical engineering milestones and program objectives.
• Advance innovative technologies through both design and manufacturing processes.
• Apply robust DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFR (Design for Reliability) practices early in the development cycle to ensure manufacturable, high-quality designs.
• Work closely with global teams including Engineering, PMO, Product Management, Industrialization, Vendors, and Supply Chain, to deliver products on schedule.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience (5+ years in a Mechanical Engineering management role).
• Experience in customer-facing, high-volume product development, preferably in solar, storage, or EV charging.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary product design, including customer-facing components, harsh environment packaging, power electronics, high-voltage systems, busbars, harnesses, potting/encapsulation, and complex magnetics.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and automated manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing techniques such as injection molding, die casting, stamping, and extrusion.
• Proficiency with CAD and related design software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in dynamic, fast-paced, multi-time-zone environments.

The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and incentive, is CAD $129,600 - $194,400 for candidates who are B.C. residents.

Our salary ranges are determined by including roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers an inclusive benefits package to support all of our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, pension matching, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, and more.

We recognize that skills and competencies can be developed through a variety of experiences, both professional and personal. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique background and perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

We are seeking a collaborative and experienced leader to manage our Mechanical Engineering team within Schneider’s Solar, Storage, and EV Charging product lines. In this role, you will support and guide a talented group of engineers, fostering an environment where innovation and quality thrive. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and guide a high-performing mechanical engineering team, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Build and strengthen core expertise in high-density power electronics packaging, magnetic design, thermal management, and innovative mechanical solutions.
• Collaborate with Industrial Design teams to drive ideation while balancing development timelines, cost considerations, and technical requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of mechanical engineering milestones and program objectives.
• Advance innovative technologies through both design and manufacturing processes.
• Apply robust DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFR (Design for Reliability) practices early in the development cycle to ensure manufacturable, high-quality designs.
• Work closely with global teams including Engineering, PMO, Product Management, Industrialization, Vendors, and Supply Chain, to deliver products on schedule.