Engineering Program Manager

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Position: Engineering Program Manager

Salary: $75,000/yr - $105,000/yr

Welcome to VMAC! We are a dynamic and diverse but unified group of people who challenge the status quo to deliver innovative mobile compressed air products and technology. Together, we do incredible work and we're looking for talented, industrious people to join our team!

About VMAC:

VMAC is a pioneer in compressed air technology, crafting cutting-edge mobile air compressors and multi-power systems within our state-of-the-art 44,000-square-foot facility. With a global presence through a network of over 300 partners, VMAC has consistently achieved recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Great Place To Work Certified™ organization.

Why VMAC?

• Innovation : Be part of a team that challenges the status quo to deliver innovative solutions. You'll be at the forefront of expanding VMAC's presence in the industrial equipment market, shaping the future of mobile compressed air technology.
• Award-Winning Recognition : Join a multi-award-winning organization committed to excellence and safety.
• Cutting-Edge Facility: Work in a LEAN manufacturing environment where continuous improvement is embedded in our culture. VMAC's ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications reflect our commitment to quality and sustainability. You'll operate within a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology.
• Diverse Opportunities : Explore an array of exciting career opportunities at VMAC! Your journey at VMAC can take various exciting directions, providing a platform for professional growth and personal fulfillment.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: VMAC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including casual dress, company events, dental care, employee assistance program, extended health care, life insurance, on-site parking, profit sharing, RRSP match, and vision care.
• Work-Life Balance: VMAC values your time and well-being. With a Monday to Friday schedule, you'll find a healthy work-life balance while working at our Nanaimo, BC location.

The Engineering Program Manager reports to the Manager of the HVEV (high voltage electric vehicle) Value Stream and is responsible for providing project management and oversight on a number of active projects. This role also requires technical input and collaboration into product design/development projects. The successful candidate must be capable in all areas of project management pertaining to the timely and cost-effective delivery of product design processes. This includes conceptualization through analysis and refinement, to implementation and commercialization as well as engaging in continuous improvement. The candidate must employ a working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and principles to balance company cost with customer value.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Professionally organize, plan, and execute multiple projects while working within budget and schedule restraints.
• Lead the engineering and production teams to define project goals, communicate with stakeholders, and see a project through to its successful completion.
• Utilize project planning tools and organization methods to specify project milestones and estimate timelines to complete tasks.
• Monitor project deliverables and intervene as required to maintain project milestones.
• Engage and interact with prospective customers to understand value creation and performance requirements necessary to deliver a strong competitive advantage.
• Collaborate within the HVEV department and across all departments to achieve targets set by the Leadership team to meet strategic goals of the division and realize business growth.
• Act as technical liaison with internal and external customer and suppliers as required.
• Be proficient in engineering principles and design techniques including traditional theory, manual calculation solutions and software solutions (i.e. 3D Modeling, Drafting, FEA and Numerical Modeling).
• Employ engineering principles and design techniques to assist with the development and maintenance of core components and product assemblies.
• Implement knowledge of fabrication methods and manufacturing processes to bolster the robustness of products as well as efficiency and productivity within the facility.
• Ensure full engineering practices, compliance with recognized standards and testing procedures are adhered to.
• Employ thorough analysis methodology and strong analytical decision-making in all aspects of project management and engineering activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor of Engineering Degree from an accredited university of good standing or equivalent is required.
• Project management designation (such as PMP) or significant demonstrated experience is required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry work experience is preferred.
• Lean manufacturing training or experience is an asset.
• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English is required.
• Experience in the automotive industry is an asset.
• Experience with air compressors, particularly rotary screw, is an asset.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawing standards (i.e. ASTM, ANSI, ISO) including interpretation and application of GD&T is an asset.
• Working knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA is required.
• Working capability with 3D modelling, drafting, office, finite element software is required.
• Working knowledge of machining, casting, molding, sheet metal, weldment, fabrication, heat/chemical treatments and associated material characteristics is required.

If your experience and qualifications match these requirements, please apply to:

VMAC is a global leader in mobile compressed air, designing and manufacturing the most innovative mobile air compressors and multi-power systems available. Operators and fleet managers across the globe rely on VMAC to work in the most challenging applications, climates, and environments. VMAC systems are proven in mobile equipment repair, tire service, and public infrastructure repair work, and proudly serve the mining, oil and gas, construction, forestry, municipal, and utilities industries, among others.

Benefits:

We welcome you as you are! At VMAC, we're a diverse group, but what unites us is the incredible work we do and the goals we accomplish as a team. VMAC offers comprehensive medical coverage. From daily prescriptions to physiotherapy, our medical plan has your back. Dental and vision care are included. VMAC has built a solid foundation of customers since 1986, offering a profitable and stable work environment for our coworkers to build their careers. We recognize that VMAC's success is because of our hard-working coworkers, and we have a generous profit-sharing program that pays out quarterly and annual bonuses when we achieve our goals, as well as a referral program that pays coworkers for bringing people into the company. We further support your financial well-being by offering an RRSP matching program to help create peace of mind for retirement.

To apply, simply visit our website and navigate to our careers page under the "About Us" tab, then click on the "Job Postings" link to view the current job vacancies: VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors | VMACAIR.com