Development Engineering Manager
About The Position
BWXT Medical Ltd. is a trusted source for the development and manufacture of nuclear medicine for biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical companies and academia partners. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference. Position Overview: To provide technical oversight and manage a team in the BWXT Medical, Engineering & Development department. Leads team to improve current manufacturing processes and solutions as well as development of new products. Has responsibility for the technical performance and safe execution of work executed by team.
Requirements
- Relevant University Honours Degree, usually Engineering or Science
- 10 years working experience
- 3 years’ experience in the Nuclear Medicine Field
- Experience leading projects related to Medical Device or Final Drug Product Development
- Experience working with relevant health and nuclear regulatory agencies, like: Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, US Food and Drug Administration, Health Canada
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to balance competing priorities
- Experience overseeing work that adheres to external technical standards and regulations
Nice To Haves
- P.Eng or eligible for P.Eng is valuable
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or other Project Management Institute (PMI) designation is valuable
- 6-sigma, Lean or other manufacturing or quality designation/certification is valuable
- Certification as a Root cause investigator or facilitator is valuable
Responsibilities
- Provide technical oversight and manage a team in the BWXT Medical, Engineering & Development department.
- Lead team to improve current manufacturing processes and solutions as well as development of new products.
- Has responsibility for the technical performance and safe execution of work executed by team.
- Directly interact with customers and partners.
- Prepares or reviews estimates for projects (scope, cost, schedule).
- Frequently make technical decisions with the potential for impact on the department.
- Occasionally make technical decisions with potential for impact on organization.
- Communicates and enforces organizational priorities and goals.
- Lead and advise engineers and technicians to meet quality and project requirements.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and technical problem solving.
- Demonstrate flexible thinking, ability to pivot when change in organization priority occurs.
- Ensures programs and specifications are followed.
- Create reports and give updates on projects.
- Oversee/lead systematic resolution of technical troubleshooting and root cause investigation.
- Participate in technical dispute resolution process.
- Provide technical assistance and participate in collaborative cross functional business initiatives with other teams, like Finance, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Environmental Health & Safety and Regulatory Affairs.
- Lead and motivate employees.
- Hire team members.
- Oversee training for employees.
- Responsible for performance management of employees.
- Provide administrative and site supervisory oversight for employees.
- Accountable to oversee laboratory safety and work practices to prevent injury or illness for employees.
- Lead technical teams to design, build and test prototypes of equipment and processes.
- Ensures project objectives and specifications are met.
- Liaise with Project Leaders/Managers regarding resource allocation.
- Monitor and report on project progress.
- Lead and advise technicians and engineers to meet project requirements.
- Oversees coordination of tasks to execute work.
- Liaise with HR related for employee or bargaining unit issues.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
- Flexible hybrid schedules
- Compressed workweek option available
- Generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000!)
- Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan
- Professional Development – Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities
- Gym membership discounts
- Access to mental health support programs
- Team-building activities organized by our Social Committee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
