Manufacturing Automation Manager/Team Leader
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- Ottawa, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Drive the design and deployment of scalable, cost‑effective automated processes capable of supporting hundreds of thousands to millions of units annually
- Define and optimize process architectures, throughput targets, cost structures, and equipment strategies aligned to product and business requirements
- Act as technical lead for the development of automated equipment with external suppliers, from concept through qualification and production release
- Partner closely with New Product Introduction (NPI), test engineering, process development, component research and development (R&D), and contract manufacturing (CM) teams to ensure robust Design for X (DFx) integration
- Lead technical transfer of manufacturing processes to global contract manufacturing partners, including direct on‑site engineering support and ownership of documentation quality
- Build, scale, and mentor a high‑performing automation team, including resource planning, hiring, and performance management
- 8–10+ years of experience developing high‑volume manufacturing processes in an optoelectronic, semiconductor, or radio frequency surface‑mount technology (RF SMT) environment
- Proven experience leading technical teams delivering complex manufacturing or automation programs
- Strong background in automation systems, including equipment specification, process control, and supplier engagement
- Demonstrated experience applying Design for X (DFx) principles to support mass manufacturing
- Ability to work effectively with global suppliers, partners, and cross‑functional internal teams
- Willingness to travel internationally on an as‑needed basis to support equipment vendors and manufacturing partners
- Experience applying artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) techniques in manufacturing, such as vision systems, automated optical inspection (AOI), data analytics, or predictive maintenance
- Background supporting manufacturing operations in Asia, including direct engagement with contract manufacturers
- Experience supporting qualification, reliability, and continuous improvement programs in high‑tech manufacturing environments