Engineering Director #189

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One of our clients, a recognized leader in Automated Factory Solutions for the industrial automation and packaging industry, is looking for a highly experienced Engineering Director to lead their fast-growing, dynamic team in the greater Toronto area.

This candidate has 10+ years of hands-on industrial automation expertise in machine design, controls integration, and project management. This critical position reports to the executive team and leads a design team driving strategy, innovation, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team across mechanical, electrical, controls, and project disciplines.

• Manage projects from concept to delivery, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality execution.

• Provide technical leadership in designing custom automation systems (conveyors, robotics, packaging).

• Optimize engineering processes, standards, and documentation.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to align solutions with customer needs and internal capabilities.

• Mentor engineers, promoting innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Assess emerging technologies to maintain leadership in automation innovation.

• Act as a key contact for complex projects, reviews, and escalations.

• Support quoting and feasibility during pre-sales efforts.

• Attend site meetings across North America as needed