Engineering Manager, Powertrain and Hydraulics

Kalmar; Ottawa (KS); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Annual Salary Review

Relocation Assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Kalmar Solutions LLC is seeking an Engineering Manager, Powertrain and Hydraulics, to lead a team of Mechanical Development Engineers in delivering terminal tractor powertrain and hydraulic systems. You will direct and grow engineers, align with the Product Development Roadmap, and influence future vehicle platforms on a global scale.

You will manage design reviews, balance timelines and resources, and ensure safety and reliability requirements are met across programs.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of proven experience in vehicle design, analysis, or a related field.
• Experience leading complex design projects; previous management experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working with requirements management tools: Jama, DOORS, Jira/Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage mechanical engineers, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Project Oversight: Execute and oversee multiple engineering projects with timelines and resources.
• Technical Review and Problem Solving: Direct technical activities, review designs, and improve processes.
• Cross-Functional leadership: Liaise with other departments and partners to communicate needs.
• Process and Quality refinement: Refine development and testing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Resource Planning: Plan resource requirements and analyze technology trends.
• System Design Leadership: Lead system requirement definitions to meet customer needs and regulatory needs.
• Safety and Reliability leadership: Oversee analyses to ensure safety and reliability standards.
• Design Ownership: Own the assessment and analysis of powertrain and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Team Management

Project Oversight

Technical Review

Cross-Functional Leadership

Process Refinement

Resource Planning

System Design Leadership

Safety & Reliability

Design Ownership

Fluent in English

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Jama

DOORS

Jira/Confluence

Job description

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level

Kalmar Solutions LLC is looking for a driven and experienced Engineering Manager, Powertrain and Hydraulics to support the development, implementation, and validation of powertrain and hydraulic systems for Terminal Tractors. This role is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of multiple Mechanical Development Engineers to support existing and future vehicle platforms. The successful candidate will have leadership experience developing Mechanical Engineers to meet their professional growth and company goals. This position is vital for the future growth of the Product Development Team in their ability to deliver the Terminal Tractor Product Strategy Roadmap.

Compensation Data

Base Salary: $135 - $165K per year

Eligible for Annual Bonus

Eligible for Annual Salary Review & Merit Increase

Willing to provide Relocation Assistance

What Are Your Key Responsibilities

• Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage mechanical engineers, fostering skill growth, providing feedback, and building a collaborative environment.
• Project Oversight: Execute and oversee multiple engineering projects by managing timelines, resources, and ensuring delivery.
• Technical Review and Problem Solving: Direct technical activities, review designs, ensure technical accuracy, improve processes, and solve complex technical challenges.
• Cross- Functional leadership: Liaise with other departments and external partners to communicate needs, progress, and technical information.
• Process and Quality refinement: Implement and refine development, testing, and development processes, focusing on efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
• Resource Planning: Plan resource requirements, inter-team assignments, and analyze technology trends to complete product development projects.
• System Design Leadership: Lead the development of system requirement definitions to meet customer needs, regulatory requirements, and Hazard Analysis and Risk Management (HARA) mitigations tasks.
• Safety and Reliability leadership: Apply system requirements and design principals to oversee the analysis of system performance to ensure vehicle safety and reliability standards are met.
• Design Ownership: Own the assessment, design, and analysis of powertrain and hydraulic systems for Terminal Tractors.

What We Offer You

“Green business is good business – it’s not just a slogan; we’re investing in fossil-free steel and real change.”

Rewards that truly count

We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.

Work-Life Balance

Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

Safety that moves us forward

Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.

Purpose that drives change

You’ll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You’ll be in the driver’s seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.

People who move together

You’ll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience

• 7+ years of proven experience in vehicle design, analysis, or a related field
• Mobile equipment experience is a plus
• Experience leading complex design projects. Previous management experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working with requirements management tools (e.g. Jama, DOORS, Jira/Confluence)

Competencies

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using documentation tools and software (e.g., Google Suite, Confluence, etc).
• Strong understanding of requirements engineering principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to mobile equipment is a plus.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written

Other Information

• Will be required to work closely with other TT RDE personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups worldwide.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally will be required
• Business is conducted in English
• This role is part of a global team operating out of both Tampere Finland and Ottawa Kansas.
• Hybrid work available: 3 days in office per week require
• Travel domestically and internationally will be required

For more information about this role, contact Carolyn Wilcox- Talent Acquisition Partner via email [e-mail].

About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com