Job Description

Product Engineering Manager

location of work:

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Facility in Rosenort, MB (35 mins South of Winnipeg)


Company: KA Group (K-Tec, Ashland, Metalcraft)


Department: Engineering & Product Development

aBOUT K.A. GROUP

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The K.A. Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of earthmoving scrapers and accessories for the construction, mining, and agricultural industries. The Group is composed of three brands, namely K-Tec, Ashland, and Metalcraft, with the brands' products being differentiated by size, target markets, and the technologies offered. Headquartered in

Rosenort,

Manitoba, just 35 min south of Winnipeg, K.A. Group also maintains a manufacturing warehouse facility in Wisconsin.

About the Role:

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K.A. Group is seeking a Product Engineering Manager to lead the tactical execution of product development and product improvement projects across our scraper and earthmoving equipment brands.



If you're a hands-on engineering leader with strong design experience, excellent project management skills, and a passion for building great products, this role is for you.



As the Product Engineering Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of our engineering and design teams, ensuring projects move efficiently from concept to release. You'll manage timelines, workload, and engineering processes while helping your team solve technical challenges and deliver high-quality designs.



You will work closely with the Director of Product, who sets the strategic direction -- your mission is to ensure the team executes that strategy smoothly and on time.

key duties and responsibilities

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Lead and support the daily work of the product engineering and design teams. Manage project schedules, milestones, and engineering team capacity. Ensure product designs, improvements, and documentation are delivered on time. Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and Service to support manufacturing readiness. Review and approve drawings, BOMs, and engineering changes. Improve engineering processes, standards, CAD workflows, and documentation practices. Mentor and guide engineers, designers, and EITs to develop their skills. Provide technical support to solve design and production challenges.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication, and mechanical systems. Excellent organizational, communication, and team-leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, or earthmoving equipment design. Experience supporting prototype builds or new product introductions. Exposure to continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (P.Eng preferred). 5+ years of experience in product design, mechanical engineering, or equipment development. 3+ years of leadership or project management experience. Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault or SolidWorks and PDM equivalent.

WHY JOIN K.A. GROUP?

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Work with industry-leading brands in the earthmoving and construction sector. Be part of a growing team shaping the next generation of scraper technology. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Collaborative, hands-on environment where innovation is encouraged.

If you're ready to lead a talented engineering team and help build world-class equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

BENEFITS/PERKS

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Company Matched RRSP

2% after 3 months of employment 3% after 5 years of employment
Health Benefits

Dental - 100% employer paid premium Health - 100% employer paid premium Basic Life (1x annual wage) - 100% employer paid premium AD&D - 100% employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) - 100% employee paid premium
Clothing Allowance

Work clothing Reimbursement - $150 annually, eligible after 3 months
Programs

Employee Referral Program - $1,500 bonus potential (no limit) Continuing Education Program - $1,500 per year employee reimbursement Lunch Program - 50% to $10 maximum per meal subsidized by employer
Bonus'

Annual Bonus
Vacation and Overtime

9 STAT holidays plus 2 additional paid civic holidays Earn and Burn Vacation Accrual 1 week (40 hours) PTO per year (NEW)
Other

* Free in-house gym