Manufacturing Engineer at Communications & Power Industries Canada Inc

Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering, RF System Troubleshooting, Process Optimization, PFMEA, Root Cause Analysis, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Six Sigma, Project Management, Electro-mechanical Systems, BOM Configuration, Additive Manufacturing, Technical Leadership, Capability Studies, Test System Development, RF Testing

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY! With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more. CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets. YOUR DAY TO DAY: We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will focus on the quality and reliability of CPI power amplifiers and/or medical generator products, working closely with a cross-functional team of engineering, production, manufacturing engineering, quality and procurement. Working closely with engineering, production, quality, and procurement, this role owns complex manufacturing processes, leads major improvement / operations initiatives, and influences product design for long-term success. One must be able to effectively communicate, adapt to change and do so with a level of predictability. Success requires strategic thinking, technical depth, and the ability to lead or be hands-on driving scalable solutions. YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR: Collaboration & Communication: * Lead cross-functional collaboration and represent Manufacturing Engineering in customer, supplier, project reviews. * Provide mentorship and technical guidance to technical peers within and across teams. * Lead by example, contributing to team cadence, accountability and predictability. * Own and work in in a cross functional operations team to deliver quality and predictability of product performance and deliveries. * Develop and optimize complex test systems, fixtures, and automated processes. * Act as senior technical authority for electro-mechanical and RF system troubleshooting. Mindset & Approach * Be a key supporter in communicating comprehensive strategies and plans for managing complex technical and organizational challenges. * Identify and follow through in areas for improvement, striving for scalability of standards and processes.. * Demonstrate a forward-looking, transformational mindset that anticipates risks and future capability needs. * Drive systemic closure of issues through predictive, data-driven, and scalable solutions. * Influence new product designs to ensure manufacturability, testability, and long-term reliability. * Lead continuous improvement programs with measurable impact on cost, quality, and throughput. Project & Initiative Management * Lead multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously, balancing factory needs with long-term strategic projects. * Own and drive systemic resolution through, PFMEAs, capability studies, MRB investigations, Cause Mapping, 8D, and VSM activities. * Direct the design and qualification of jigs, fixtures, gauges, and automation solutions * Lead medium-to-large scale technical and operations projects including capital planning efforts. * Manage complex projects with clear communication of scope, risk, and timelines to stakeholders. * Drive cross-functional prioritization and decision-making with the consideration of quality, cost, and delivery. Process Ownership * Own and optimize manufacturing build, inspection, and test processes for high-complexity products. * Lead standardization, commonality, and cross-training initiatives across manufacturing workflows. * Drive major improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and maintainability. * Oversee field failure investigations and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented. * Manage the design and qualification of jigs, fixtures, gauges, and automation solutions. * Own BOM configuration strategy, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and alignment with design intent. * Lead advanced RF testing and characterization of HPAs across satellite communication bands. * Support calibration strategies, advanced use of RF test equipment an asset (PNA, VNA, spectrum analyzers). * Apply advanced electrical engineering principles to AC, DC, and RF systems, guiding others in best practices. Project & Initiative Management * Ability to gauge, communicate and manage projects / tasks of varying urgency. * Lead and or contribute to multiple initiatives simultaneously, from factory issues to the implementation of new amplifier features or parts. * Develop and maintain effective communication with the operations team to prioritize and resolve technical issues to meet all customer requirements, including quality, cost, and delivery. * Other duties as required. YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE: * Degree or Technologist diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, RF Engineering. * Minimum 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-tech environment. * Demonstrated leadership in process ownership, technical troubleshooting, and cross-functional initiatives. * Green Belt certification required; Black Belt preferred. * PMP or PENG designation is an asset * Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of strategic planning. * Strong ability to collaborate and influence across the organization. * Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics. * SolidWorks, AutoCAD, additive manufacturing. * Must be able to meet CGP requirements WHO WE ARE: We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us. CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. WHAT WE OFFER: Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow. We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more! #LI-ML1

Responsibilities

The role focuses on the quality and reliability of power amplifiers and medical generator products through the ownership of complex manufacturing processes. It involves leading cross-functional initiatives to improve manufacturability, testability, and long-term product reliability.