Director, Manufacturing Engineering

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Ecobee Full time

Hi, we are ecobee.

ecobee introduced the world’s first smart Wi-Fi thermostat to help millions of consumers save money, conserve energy, and bring home automation into their lives. That was just the beginning. We continue our pursuit to create technology that brings peace of mind into the home and allows people to focus on the moments that matter most. We take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment, all while being part of the exciting, connected home revolution.

In 2021, ecobee became a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generator. The company is committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Together, we take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment.

Why we love to do what we do:

We’re helping build the world of tomorrow with solutions that improve everyday life while making a positive impact on the planet. Our products and services work in harmony to provide comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for millions of homes and businesses. While we’re proud of what we’ve done so far, there’s still a lot we can do—and you can be part of it. 

Join our extraordinary team.

We're a rapidly growing global tech company headquartered in Canada, in the heart of downtown Toronto, with a satellite office in Leeds, UK (and remote ecopeeps in the US). We get to work with some of North America and UK's leading professionals. Our colleagues are proud to bring their authentic selves to work, confident that what we do is grounded in a greater purpose. We’re always looking for curious, talented, and passionate people to join our team.

Who’ll You Be Joining:

As the Manufacturing Engineering Director for our global manufacturing operations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes across multiple facilities worldwide. You will lead a team of talented engineers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, cost-effectiveness, and innovation in our manufacturing practices.

How You'll Make an Impact:

Global Manufacturing Strategy : Develop and execute a strategic vision for manufacturing engineering that aligns with the company's goals and objectives on a global scale. Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and manage a team of manufacturing engineers, providing guidance and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Process Optimization : Identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. New Product Introduction : Collaborate with R&D and product development teams to ensure smooth transitions from product design to manufacturing, including design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews. Supplier Collaboration : Work closely with global suppliers to optimize the supply chain, address quality issues, and drive cost-effective manufacturing solutions. Quality Assurance : Implement and maintain rigorous quality control standards and protocols to ensure the highest level of product quality and consistency. Cost Management : Develop and manage budgets for manufacturing engineering activities, optimizing resource allocation to achieve cost-effective results. Continuous Improvement : Champion lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence and efficiency. Global Collaboration : Collaborate with international teams, sharing best practices and standardizing processes across multiple manufacturing facilities. Safety and Compliance: Ensure that all manufacturing activities adhere to safety regulations and compliance standards.

What you’ll bring to the table:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Proven experience 7+ years in manufacturing engineering leadership roles within a global manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including SMT, Electromechanical assembly and Injection molding, Manufacturing Test Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies. Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of driving results. Strong project management and budgeting skills. Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations. Just so you know: The hired candidate will be required to complete a background check

What happens after you apply:

Application review.  It will happen. By an actual person in Talent Acquisition. We get upwards of 100+ applications for some roles, it can take a few days, but every applicant can expect a note regarding their application status.

Interview Process: 

A 45 minute phone call with a member of Talent Acquisition  1 hour virtual meeting with the VP, Manufacturing. This interview has a values and leadership focus. 1 hour in person meeting - This interview has a technical focus. Final 1 hour virtual meeting with senior leader from two teams you’ll work closely with. 

With ecobee, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Be part of something big: Get to work in a fresh, dynamic, and ever-growing industry.  Make a difference for the environment: Make a sustainable impact while on your daily job, and after it through programs like ecobee acts. Expand your career: Learn with our in-house learning enablement team, and enjoy our generous professional learning budget. Put people first: Benefit from competitive salaries, health benefits, and a progressive Parental Top-Up Program (75% top-up or five bonus days off). Play a part on an exceptional culture: Enjoy a fun and casual workplace with an open concept office, located at Corus Quay. ecobee Leeds is based at our riverside office on the Calls.  Celebrate diversity: Be part of a truly welcoming workplace. We offer a mentorship program and bias training. 
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