Posted 4 months ago
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
@ Taiga Motors
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
Taiga Motors is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead its Manufacturing Engineering and Automation team at the LaSalle, Quebec facility. The role owns manufacturing process strategy, line design, automation, tooling and continuous improvement for electric powersport vehicles and powertrains, and reports to the VP of Operations. It is a full-time, site-based position with group insurance from day one and RRSP with employer matching.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering and Automation team
- Own manufacturing engineering strategy for throughput and build times
- Oversee production line design, workflow and automation
- Solve critical production problems hands-on and drive Lean improvements
- Own manufacturing tooling strategy and capital equipment planning
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing or industrial engineering
- 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
- 2+ years of leadership experience
- Experience with process design, automation and tooling
- Strong hands-on problem-solving skills
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Taiga Motors
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Electrifying Off-Road Vehicles
Full company description
Taiga Motors is a Canadian based startup leading the electrification of off-road powersport vehicles. We believe in pure exhilaration– in vehicles that outperform everything else out there without sacrificing the environment, be it carving through powder, across lakes or along dirt trails. At Taiga, we are uniting innovative and adventurous minds to form a team that isn't afraid to tackle the industry's toughest problems. Our approach is simple: we start from a clean sheet and push the frontiers of technology until we end up with elegant and powerful solutions. We work fast, dream big and relentlessly chase perfection. We believe that snow days are best enjoyed outside the office and that nothing beats the summer heat like a day on the lake.
- LinkedIn followers
- 27,041
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 85
- Reported office locations
- Montreal, Montreal, Quebec Montreal, CA
- Business categories
- Sports
- Electric Vehicle
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Taiga Motors
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 69,136,372
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Taiga Motors is a Canadian based startup leading the electrification of off-road powersport vehicles. We believe in pure exhilaration– in vehicles that outperform everything else out there without sacrificing the environment, be it carving through powder, across lakes or along dirt trails. At Taiga, we are uniting innovative and adventurous minds to form a team that isn't afraid to tackle the industry's toughest…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Montreal, Quebec |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2015 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
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Taiga is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our Manufacturing Engineering and Automation team and own the strategy, performance, and continuous improvement of the manufacturing processes behind our electric powersport vehicles and powertrains. This role reports to the VP of Operations and works from the Taiga head office and manufacturing facility in LaSalle, Quebec.
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineering Manager drives production efficiency, throughput, build time optimization, automation initiatives, and tooling investments while serving as the technical leader on the manufacturing floor. Balancing strategic planning with hands-on problem solving, the Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads critical production improvements, resolves complex manufacturing challenges, and deploys engineering resources to support scalable, high-quality production.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering and Automation team, providing technical direction, coaching, and project prioritization.
- Own the manufacturing engineering strategy to meet production throughput, standard build times, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency requirements.
- Oversee production line design, workflow, equipment layout, and automation initiatives to support current production and future growth.
- Serve as the technical leader for manufacturing problem solving, providing hands-on leadership to resolve critical line stoppages, product issues, and complex production challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root cause analysis, value stream mapping, Ishikawa (fishbone), and other Lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Own manufacturing tooling strategy and capital equipment planning, including evaluation, implementation, and continuous optimization.
- Prioritize Manufacturing Engineering resources, determining where to personally lead technical initiatives and where to delegate projects across the team to maximize impact.
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Engineering to support new product introductions and continuously improve manufacturing performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a complex manufacturing environment (automotive, transportation, heavy equipment, or similar).
- 2+ years of leadership experience.
- Full-time site-based role
- Experience with manufacturing process design, automation, tooling, and continuous improvement.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to supporting production.
- Experience leading projects and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What we offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package including group insurance as of day one and RRSP with employer matching
- The opportunity to play a foundational role in shaping the future of outdoor exploration for a leading electric vehicle brand.
- Hands-on experience with Taiga vehicles – experience the impact of your work out in the wild.
Taiga values diversity in hiring and in its workforce, and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds, education, and experience. We recognize that there are many barriers to equal access to employment and career development opportunities, and we strive to hire groups that are under-represented in the technology industry. Diversity at Taiga means fostering a workplace where differences are valued for the contributions they make to our great team.
Thank you for your interest in Taiga. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Taiga
Taiga is a Canadian company reinventing powersports with high-performance electric vehicles built for extraordinary environments. Built on a clean-sheet platform, our vehicles deliver industry-leading power-to-weight performance, advanced thermal systems, and connected technology. From premier ski resorts to pristine waterways, our electric snowmobiles and personal watercraft enable outdoor adventure without compromising the places they operate in.
For more information about Taiga, visit www.taigamotors.com
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