Posted 5 months ago
Director of Engineering
@ Wexxar Packaging
Richmond, British Columbia
Overview
Wexxar Packaging, part of ProMach, is hiring a Director of Engineering to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team across its packaging product lines. The role sets engineering strategy, champions Lean practices, and oversees project delivery while reporting to the Vice President / General Manager. The base salary is $140,000 to $180,000 CAD, with comprehensive benefits and a retirement plan with company match.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic engineering plans
- Lead and mentor engineering managers across product lines
- Champion Lean principles across engineering functions
- Oversee project execution, timelines and budgets
- Drive innovation and cost optimization
Requirements summary:
- 10+ years in progressive engineering roles
- 5+ years leading cross-functional engineering teams
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)
- Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
- Experience in matrixed or multi-line product organizations is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Wexxar Packaging
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
At ProMach, we look for people who want to shine. Here, you can grow your career, share bold ideas, and make a real impact.
Do we have your attention? Keep reading.
Wexxar Packaging, a proud member of the ProMach family, we don't just build machines—we build the future of packaging innovation. As the Director of Engineering, you will provide strategic leadership and operational direction to a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for developing and supporting our product lines. Reporting directly to the Vice President / General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in aligning engineering strategies with business objectives, fostering a lean and innovative culture, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration to drive performance and continuous improvement.
Are you passionate about this work?
Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute strategic engineering plans that support company growth, efficiency, and innovation.
Team Development: Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to engineering managers across product lines, ensuring clear communication and alignment of departmental objectives. Build organizational capabilities through skills gap assessments, coaching, and professional development programs.
Lean Champion: Champion Lean principles across engineering functions to promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (Product Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Service) to ensure engineering output aligns with business needs.
Project Oversight: Oversee project execution—including planning, resource management, timelines, and deliverables—ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
Innovation Driver: Drive innovation, cost optimization, and design improvements without compromising product performance, quality, or safety.
Compliance: Maintain compliance with regulatory and internal standards, ensuring engineering practices meet industry and corporate benchmarks.
If this sounds like you, we want to connect!
Experience: 10+ years in progressive engineering roles, including at least 5 years leading cross‑functional engineering teams and managing complex technical projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related); MBA is a plus.
Leadership: Strong communicator with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate across all levels of the organization. Strong strategic thinking, solid analytical skills and decision-making capabilities.
Lean Expertise: Deep understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Project Management: Skilled in managing complex, multi-product line projects with competing priorities.
Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and engineering best practices.
Organizational Agility: Experience in matrixed or multi-line product organizations is considered an asset.
What’s in it for you?
There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.
In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, a comprehensive medical/dental program, as well as a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match (starting day one!). And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, you are eligible after three months of employment!
Compensation
The base salary for this role is $140,000 - $180,000 CAD
Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.
We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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