Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

• Vendor Collaboration: Engage with vendors and suppliers to evaluate and integrate new technologies, tools, or machinery into the production environment.
• Industry Engagement: Stay actively involved in industry conferences, events, and professional networks to keep up with trends and advancements in manufacturing technology. Apply industry knowledge to drive innovation and maintain competitive edge.
• Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all manufacturing processes and practices comply with relevant safety regulations and industry standards. Promote a safe working environment and implement measures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Collaboration: Foster collaboration with engineering, design, and production teams to ensure seamless manufacturing processes. Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• College diploma or university degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Advance Manufacturing, Automation & Controls, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, automation and/or IT project development.
• Experience with Lean and project management tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship.
• No moving (relocation) is offered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in machine controls, sensors, motors, programming, data extraction and analytics.

• Experience with Six Sigma tools.
• Experience in sheet metal industry (Punching, Laser cutting, forming)

• Proficient with computer and software tools - including advanced Excel capabilities (pivots, macros, etc.), MS-Project, Minitab, SQL, and at least one programming language.

• Experience working with Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate.

What will make you successful?

The successful candidate will possess experience managing projects from design to implementation stage including hands-on testing and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment. They should demonstrate a robust understanding of manufacturing, tools, safety and quality and be able to learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced setting. They should also possess strong communication skills and the ability to teach and influence others, including both office staff and production employees, while influencing continuous improvement in the site's manufacturing processes.

The candidate should also be willing to maintain thorough documentation of manufacturing procedures and processes and be dedicated to keeping informed of the latest advancements in manufacturing technologies and methodologies.

The candidate should also be aligned with Eaton's values, including maintaining a safety-first mindset and valuing inclusion and diversity.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Client-provided location(s): Oakville, Canada

Job ID: Eaton-61221Milton

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-21T18:46:09