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Open nowPosted 39 days ago

Director of Engineering (Transformer)

Cam Tran10 open roles

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Job Title: Director of Engineering

Location: 203 Purdy Rd, Colborne ON K0K 1S0; Onsite

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Description:

The Director of Engineering will lead the engineering design and development team, for the assigned region, for single phase and three phase distribution transformers. This role combines strategic leadership with engineering management, focusing on achieving business objectives and targets while overseeing daily engineering operations ensuring the successful design, development, and production of high-quality distribution transformers.

Strategic Leadership:

  • Assist in the development and execution of the engineering department's strategic goals aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Collaborate with other department leaders to align engineering initiatives with business priorities, budgets, and timelines.
  • Help drive innovation by identifying and sharing opportunities for new technologies, materials, and processes to enhance product performance and reduce costs.
  • Represent the engineering function in cross-functional leadership meetings, contributing to company-wide decision-making.
  • Develop and manage engineering budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.

Engineering Management:

  • Manage day-to-day engineering functions including sales, production and quality support.
  • Maintain design compliance with applicable industry standards, government regulations, and certifications such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, CSA and DOE.
  • Manage departmental capability and capacity through skill assessment, employee training and strategic hiring to meet customer demand and sales forecast.
  • Periodically review and evaluate engineering practices and procedures to ensure effectiveness and implementing best practices.
  • Manage and scale department productivity through tracking and establishment, as necessary, of departmental OKRs and KPIs.

Team Leadership:

  • Manage, build and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities for team members through effective coaching and goal setting.
  • Help drive collaboration between engineering, production, quality, and other departments to optimize workflows and resolve technical challenges.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, in transformer.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in electrical distribution equipment design and application of associated industrial standards such as ANSI, ASTM, IEEE, and CSA. Knowledge of distribution transformer design and associated manufacturing processes a plus.
  • Proficiency in engineering design and analysis tools (e.g., CAD, FEA, simulation software) and productivity and ERP software.
  • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Leadership & Management Skills:

  • Proven ability to lead diverse teams and foster collaboration across departments and disciplines.
  • Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.

Benefits

Why Join Cam Tran

Competitive salary and benefits

  • Salary Range - based on experience
  • Clean, safety-first workplace with ISO 9001:2015 registration

Growth-oriented, values-driven culture

Cam Tran welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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