Manufacturing Engineering Applications Specialist

Jenoptik is an international photonics group with representatives in over 80 countries. Optical technologies are the foundation of our business. We employ around 4,000 people worldwide. JENOPTIK (Prodomax Automation Ltd.) is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Applications Specialist. The successful Engineering Specialist shall provide process & manufacturing expertise, direct support of ongoing efforts to secure new business opportunities, and provide our clients with best-in-class manufacturing solutions. The position works collaboratively within the Sales Team, and reports directly to the Director of Sales.
Located in Barrie, Ontario, we are a specialized industrial engineering firm focused on designing complex automation with a blue-chip customer base since 1971. Operating from two facilities totaling 200,000 square feet with 200+ employees; we are ISO 9001:2015 certified.
JENOPTIK, our parent company, is an integrated photonics company that employs approximately 4,000 people with representatives in over 80 countries, and operates in three photonic-based divisions: Light and Optics, Light and Production and Light and Safety.
Our employees are mountain bikers, road bikers, skiers, golfers, runners, amateur chefs, video game heroes, musicians, community volunteers, kayakers, race-car drivers, fitness enthusiasts, hockey players, outdoor sportspeople, TV & potato chip experts.
Fact we are very proud of - we are a diverse and inclusive work culture - everyone is welcome!
Key Accountabilities And Deliverables

• Coordination with colleagues and suppliers to develop cost-effective and reliable process solutions
• Support the sales teams by interfacing directly with internal and external customers,
• Concept development, cost estimating, documenting proposals, process FMEA, risk analysis, and technical presentations.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of relevant manufacturing processes, technology, cycle times, and equipment integration costs,
• Uses expertise in specialty, consultative, solution development skills to align the client's business needs with solution.
• Creative, entrepreneurial, and team-oriented individual comfortable building strong relationships both externally and internally across all functions and at multiple levels within an organization.
• Interpret and conduct analysis of incoming customer information, system layouts, cycle-time chart preparation, and schedule development,
• Accountable for the quality and timeliness of work results as well as obligation made by the organization to our customers,

Education
Qualified candidates will possess:

• College/University Degree or Diploma in an Engineering discipline is preferred, or equivalent industry experience.

Experience

• Experience with SolidWorks is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and AutoCAD
• Minimum 3 years direct experience in manufacturing and process development (i.e. assembly processes) and/or automation controls systems,
• Ability to read CAD files and working knowledge of GD&T

Our Benefits

• $3,000 (Senior) $2,000 (Intermediate) and $1000 (Junior) referral fees if you recommend an approved permanent hire – family & friends included
• Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement
• Safe, professional work environment
• Prodomax Employee Excellence Recognition (PEER) Awards
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Competitive salary and profit-sharing bonus
• Subsidized onsite café with takeout meals by David and his amazing Team. Scrumptious weekly lunch menu and items made to order throughout the day.
• Comprehensive Group Health & Dental Benefit Plan
• Partial tuition reimbursement for employees’ children enrolled in technical program at recognized Canadian college/university.
• Remote work available
• Annual performance review
• Casual business dress
• Employee training, development, tuition, and professional fees reimbursement
• A competitive matching Registered Retirement Savings Plan and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan

Prodomax Barrie is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.
Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to request a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please advise your Human Resources contact when you are selected to participate in the recruitment process.