Director of Engineering and R&D
Fed Manutech
Job Description
Director of Engineering and R&D Introduction I'm Jérémy Dupeuble, Recruitment Consultant at FED ManuTech. I’m seeking an Engineering & R&D Director for a leading manufacturing company specialized in electromechanical solutions and process automation. Mission Your Role As the Engineering & R&D Director, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary team (electrical, mechanical, automation) to drive innovation and product excellence.
Your key responsibilities include: • Providing strategic technical leadership for both Engineering and R&D teams. • Ensuring the feasibility, quality, and manufacturability of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrohydraulic solutions. • Fostering collaboration between engineering, production, sales, and quality functions. • Overseeing new product development from concept to testing, aligned with market needs and cost goals. • Leading electrical design projects and coordinating with suppliers on components and systems. • Implementing best practices in design documentation, testing, and product standardization. • Ensuring corrective and preventive actions following non-conformities. Your profile Your Profile • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering. • Minimum 10 years of engineering leadership experience within a manufacturing environment (fluid power systems preferred). • Member of the Quebec Order of Engineers (OIQ). • Proven expertise in electrical design and integration of hydraulic, pneumatic, or electrohydraulic systems. • Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar design tools. • Strong leadership, communication, and project management abilities. • Fully bilingual (English & French). • Hands-on technical background with power and electrical systems is a strong asset. Working Conditions • Permanent position based in Montreal. • Competitive compensation aligned with experience. • Cutting-edge environment combining innovation, teamwork, and technical excellence. • Opportunity to lead a skilled multidisciplinary engineering team with global reach.
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