Director of Manufacturing Engineering

Distech Control's success and reputation is fueled by our team of world-class employees. We are looking for qualified individuals who strive to succeed and are willing to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern and motivating work environment, as well as competitive salaries and benefits. Who is Distech Controls? Distech Controls is a Canadian company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarters in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Brands’ family since 2015. Our mission is to connect occupants to connected buildings to improve well-being, space management and energy efficiency through our cutting-edge technologies and services. Our passion for innovation, quality and sustainability guides our business every day, as we pave the way for a bright, productive and connected world. Why work for Distech Controls? Innovative company Dynamic workplace Open-minded company Constantly evolving company Modern workplace designed for our employees Job Summary We are currently looking for a dynamic and passionate leader to fill the position of Director of Manufacturing Engineering, reporting to the Vice-President of Operations. This person will be responsible for a team of Engineers and will participate in the corporate strategy development and execution for world-class manufacturing processes. This position requires strong working relationships across the organization to effectively solve technical problems and continually improve product quality, yield, cycle times, and costs. The Director of Manufacturing Engineering ensures the implementation of Lean Manufacturing best practices, compliant with the operational excellence system in place (ABS), in an environment of electronic goods test and assembly. Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Define and standardize manufacturing processes implemented in the Distech Controls production sites in Canada and France. Develop and execute strategies that support new product development and new technology integration in production. Ensure performance of the automated production environment, as it pertains to both software and hardware, by implementing the best preventative maintenance methodologies and optimizing existing processes. Manage projects surrounding electronic boards automated testing software and equipment development. Implement an efficient test sequences development program supporting quality and productivity requirements. Determine and deploy process optimization programs that yield improvements in quality, cost, or productivity. Track results based on objectives. Oversee projects surrounding electronic boards testing software and equipment development. Actively participate in information systems projects as it relates to manufacturing engineering. Manage manufacturing engineering projects and delegate responsibilities adequately. Act as a liaison and business partner to the production and product development teams, supporting new product introductions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our DFMEA and PFMEA practices, in collaboration with the product development, quality, and production teams. Implement relevant key performance indicators. Define targets and execute necessary action plans and projects towards higher operational efficiency. Research and suggest new technologies for manufacturing engineering, supporting future product launches and growth strategies. Evaluate and develop next-generation production concepts. Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with key suppliers, always in the objective of improving quality, costs, or productivity. Share expertise and work with suppliers to resolve issues. As a Manager Align team’s efforts to the corporate strategy; Establish annual objectives and perform appraisal process; Coach team members in their professional development and promote Distech culture and strategy. Promote and implement Distech’s operational excellence system based on LEAN Manufacturing. Manage and track department budget. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience: Master's degree in electrical engineering, electronic engineering, automated production engineering, or equivalent experience. 12+ years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment; 5 years in a management position. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken. Ability to develop a high performing team, aligned with the organizational values. Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Fluent in French and English, written and spoken. Advanced knowledge in Lean Manufacturing. Assets: Experience with test automation software (NI Teststand). Knowledge of electronic boards assembly methods (SMT, TH, suppliers etc.) Knowledge in microelectronics, troubleshooting, and programming. Working experience in production equipment solutions design and implementation. Experience with ERP systems and/or MES. Expertise with standards such as CE, UL, CSA, etc. Knowledge in HVAC and Building Management Systems / Knowledge of protocols such as Lonworks and/or BACnet. #J-18808-Ljbffr