Engineering Design & Development Lead at Smiths Group

The role

The Engineering Design and Development Lead drives product design, technical engineering, and New Product Introduction across the full lifecycle for rugged photonics and micro-electronics. This role involves leading a technical team and partnering with cross-functional leaders to ensure innovation, operational excellence, and profitable growth.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop a technical team while ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Drive the execution of New Product Introduction activities to meet quality and timeline standards
• Maintain the integrity of engineering designs documentation and ERP data management
• Apply advanced engineering tools like 3D printing and FEA to deliver reliable solutions
• Collaborate with operations and suppliers to optimize manufacturing processes and costs
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings and project performance reports to senior management

What you'll bring

• Bachelor degree in engineering with at least nine years of relevant experience
• Strong technical knowledge in 3D modeling and Finite Element Analysis methodologies
• Proficiency in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for continuous process improvement
• Ability to travel internationally and meet Canadian Controlled Goods security requirements
• Bilingual proficiency in both English and French for effective communication

Your impact

This role has a significant impact on the overall success of product lines through critical decision-making and strategic planning. Effective leadership will prevent project delays and resource waste while ensuring that engineering policies and designs meet evolving business and regulatory standards.