At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects in mechanical engineering and drive product development excellence.
- Company: Join Eaton, a leader in electrical solutions with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, and flexible hybrid work options from day one.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in power distribution technology while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 106000 - 133000 $ per year.
Eaton’s Electrical sector is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to join our team. This hybrid position is based at our Burlington, ON head office and offers benefits from day one. The expected annual salary range for this role is $106000 - $133000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
The Mechanical Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the technical execution of new product and technology development projects within Eaton's Electrical Sector portfolio. This role ensures technical excellence, product integrity, and compliance with Eaton engineering processes and applicable industry standards for low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Lead the execution of new product and technology development projects from concept through commercialisation, ensuring technical excellence, schedule adherence, cost targets, and business objectives are achieved.
- Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and sustainment of low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution assemblies and equipment.
- Lead the development and review of engineering designs, 3D models, drawings, product documentation, manufacturing deliverables, and technical specifications using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and other engineering design and product lifecycle management tools.
- Guide the application of advanced engineering and simulation methodologies, including CFD, thermal, structural, mechanical, and seismic analysis, to support product development, optimization, and validation.
- Lead product validation and certification activities, including functional, thermal, mechanical, environmental, seismic, dielectric, and arc-resistant testing, as required.
- Serve as a technical authority for the mechanical design, integration, validation, and certification of power distribution equipment.
- Ensure compliance with applicable CSA, UL, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and other regulatory, industry, and product certification requirements.
- Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, sourcing, marketing, certification agencies, and external suppliers.
- Drive resolution of complex technical, manufacturing, supplier, and customer issues through structured problem-solving, risk assessment, and sound engineering judgement.
- Develop product roadmaps, technology strategies, design standards, and technical governance processes that support growth, innovation, competitiveness, and long-term business objectives.
- Champion continuous improvement in engineering processes, design automation, product governance, documentation control, PLM/Enovia workflows, and engineering best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in the design, development, and application of power distribution equipment.
- Strong technical expertise in low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution assemblies and equipment.
- Experience applying advanced engineering tools and simulation methodologies.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or actively working towards registration is preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of power distribution products, manufacturing processes, product applications, and industry practices.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or demonstrated experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, DFMA, DFMEA, design review, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline is considered an asset.
Skills:
- Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
- Recognized expertise in the mechanical design, integration, validation, and certification of power distribution equipment.
- Ability to provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and guide cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
- Strong understanding and application of DFMA, DFMEA, Lean Six Sigma, risk assessment, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, engineering excellence, technical governance, standardisation, and continuous improvement.
Mechanical Engineering Manager in Burlington employer: Eaton Corporation
Eaton is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration in Burlington, ON. As an Electrical Systems Manager, you will benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and leadership development. With a commitment to quality and compliance, Eaton empowers its team members to make a meaningful impact in the power distribution sector while enjoying a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance.
