Job Description

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers' home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that a Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to enhance everyday living across the globe. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Location:

Barrie, ON (hybrid)

Reports to:

Director, New Product Development

Job Purpose:

As a Product Engineering Manager for New Product Development (NPD) - Grills, you will lead a team of engineers and designers dedicated to the design, development, and innovation of Grills. You will oversee all phases of product development from conceptualization through production, ensuring products meet quality, performance, and safety standards. In this role, you will manage direct reports within NPD - Grills to develop new products for global markets. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, marketing, and sales, as well as third-party testing agencies, customers, and suppliers, to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet customer needs and drive company growth, ensuring successful integration of these products into the company portfolio.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Oversee the design and development of innovative products specific to Grills division, ensuring they meet technical specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Education: University Degree in Mechanical Engineering Minimum Years of Experience: Ten (10) year experience working in a Manufacturing facility demonstrating a progression of increased responsibility as it relates to the development of household consumer products or demonstrated equivalency. Industry Grills experience is considered a strong asset Certifications Required: Professional Engineering (P. Eng) designation or registration with the Province of Ontario or equivalent Computer Software Requirement: Knowledge of ERP systems, CAD systems

Specialized Skills:

Knowledge of product testing and National safety standards with third party certification. A working knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, six sigma, 5 S and other related management tools. Familiarity with manufacturing processes, materials selection, and product testing methodologies.

Leadership & Management Skills:

Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers and technical staff. Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Manage the product development lifecycle from ideation to production, including benchmarking, concept development, prototyping, testing, and final design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing processes. Ensure product development to meet Government standards and company Quality Assurance requirements. Hire, train and lead a team of engineers, designers and technical Associates necessary to fulfill the department's responsibilities. Coordinate product testing, methods, reports and maintenance to meet National standards and third-party compliance. Develop and maintain Engineering and inspection acceptance criteria and testing including report documents and maintenance documents. Review and approve Engineering change notices, product improvements ideas, product and parts costs, patents for the Company and competitors' product. Plan and maintain product projects, particularly third party test laboratory certification costs. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting products. Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new technologies, materials, and processes. Develop and maintain the CAD/CAM, ERP and publishing software and files as it relates to the Research & Development department and interface with the rest of the Company. Develop and maintain all forms of correspondence and testing in the Research & Development department and prepare information for applicable Government grants and tax credits. Inspect Research & Development for safety and comply with the Joint Health and Safety Committee observations and directives.

IGNITE YOUR CAREER,

Some of our competitive benefits include:

Competitive Compensation / Wages Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP) Tuition reimbursement Life insurance and disability coverage Associate Purchase Programs, Product Discounts, In-house Sales Appreciation Events, Raffles, Draws, Fundraising, BBQ's, Competitions Napoleon Cares - Associates helping Associates Employee Assistance Plan Napoleon Recognition Program GOevisits, virtual doctor visits And more!
The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Store discount Tuition reimbursement Vision care Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have hands on experience or background with designing/development CPG products?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barrie, ON