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Manufacturing Engineering Manager
@ STRIVE Recruitment
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
STRIVE Recruitment is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for an international electronics manufacturer in Burnaby, BC. The role leads about nine engineers across SMT and PCB/PCBA manufacturing, NPI and continuous improvement, on a permanent full-time on-site basis with a stated salary of $120,000 to $145,000 plus bonus.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a team of about nine manufacturing engineers
- Lead NPI, manufacturing readiness and production launches
- Provide technical oversight across SMT and PCB/PCBA processes
- Drive continuous improvement on OEE, downtime and costs
- Partner with customers on manufacturability
Requirements summary:
- Engineering, electronics or manufacturing degree or diploma, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of electronics manufacturing experience, ideally EMS
- 2+ years of formal people-management experience
- Strong SMT and PCB/PCBA knowledge
- Controlled Goods Program clearance
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
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- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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STRIVE Recruitment
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Specialist Recruiters in the areas of: Accounting & Finance, Technology, Corporate Administration and Manufacturing
Full company description
STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.
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- 1740-, 1050 W. Pender St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 3S7, CA
- 236 Pritchard Rd, Hamilton, Ontario L8W 3P7, CA
- Other recorded names
- STRIVE Recruitment Inc.
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- General Accounting
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- Financial Analysis
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STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | General AccountingAuditTaxTreasuryFinancial ReportingFinancial AnalysisCorporate FinanceReal Estate DevelopmentLogisticsSuplly Chain |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 79 |
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Electronic Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Location: Burnaby, BC
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Salary: $120,000–$145,000 + Bonus
ABOUT US
At STRIVE Recruitment, we are a leading recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations, Engineering, and Technology. We take pride in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers across Canada through a consultative and professional recruitment approach.
THE CLIENT
STRIVE Recruitment is partnered with a well-established, international electronics manufacturing organization with a significant operation in Burnaby, BC. Supporting customers across highly technical and regulated industries, our client specializes in complex electronics manufacturing, from new product introduction through to full-scale production.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to their leadership team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys developing people, solving manufacturing challenges, and driving continuous improvement within a growing organization.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Electronics Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead a team of approximately nine engineering professionals, overseeing manufacturing processes, New Product Introduction (NPI), production efficiency, and continuous improvement.
The role combines technical leadership with people management, customer engagement, and hands-on problem-solving across PCB/PCBA manufacturing, with a particular focus on Surface Mount Technology (SMT).
A key priority will be developing an experienced engineering team while collaborating with Operations, Process Engineering, and customers to deliver effective manufacturing solutions.
Shift times for this position run from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with the ability to work overtime when needed. This is a hands-on position with the majority of the time requiring the Engineering Manager to work on the production floor. 70% tactical and 30% strategic.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately nine Manufacturing Engineering professionals
- Oversee engineering activities, resource allocation, and manufacturing support across production operations
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI), including manufacturing readiness, process development, and production launches
- Provide technical oversight across SMT, PCB/PCBA assembly, and related manufacturing processes
- Translate customer drawings, specifications, and requirements into practical manufacturing solutions
- Collaborate with Operations, Process Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production challenges
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, downtime, productivity, and manufacturing costs
- Support improvements to manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and automation
- Partner with customers to address technical challenges and improve product manufacturability
REQUIREMENTS
- Degree or diploma in Engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing, or a related discipline; equivalent experience considered
- Minimum 5 years of electronics manufacturing experience, ideally within an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment
- At least 2 years of formal people-management experience leading engineering or technical teams
- Strong knowledge of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and PCB/PCBA manufacturing is essential
- Experience supporting NPI, manufacturing process development, and production launches
- Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop technical employees
- Strong understanding of manufacturing troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, MES, PLM, or ERP systems considered an asset
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams
- Proactive, hands-on leadership style with the ability to work independently
- Must be eligible for Controlled Goods Program clearance and able to work on-site in Burnaby
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive base salary: $120,000 to $150,000, depending on experience
- Performance-based annual bonus, paid quarterly
- RRSP matching program and comprehensive employee benefits
- Opportunity to lead an established engineering team within a growing international organization
- Exposure to advanced electronics manufacturing technologies and complex customer programs
- Long-term career development opportunities
APPLY NOW
If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineering leader with a strong electronics manufacturing background and a passion for developing people, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply directly or contact STRIVE Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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