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SUMMARY Directs Lisi Aerospace Canada Engineering Department, in all areas including but not limited to, validation, project/program management, product qualification, qualification retention, document control and compliance, and interaction with customers. HSE Employees are required to comply with the company and governmental health, safety and environmental (HSE) regulations and procedures; they must wear personal protection equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear, in specified areas at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned as per business needs or delegated by the LEAP Manager. To Lead Lisi Aerospace Canada Engineering Department. Lead and develop Engineering Team members (Product Engineers, Technicians, Methods, Drafting, Document Control, and others as assigned). In collaboration with the GM, develop a vision, strategy and key objectives inline with the Companys goals. Ensure timely delivery of assigned projects and tasks, as well as all agreed-upon objectives. When not possible, ensure anticipation of the issues and clear communication. Develop and manage the Engineering action plans. Facilitate and coordinate workload and job assignments to ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to project schedules. Help develop key metrics for the Engineering Department to align department goals with company goals. Support resolution of quality issues using proper root cause analysis tools. Interface with customers to provide information on current projects and to support resolution of technical issues. Interface with other Company functions, e.g. Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance to facilitate production assuring product integrity and honoring customer delivery requirements. Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies or concepts with collaboration with the Group R&D Engineering. Supports the Engineering department in new product development. Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market demand to successfully plan and execute projects that align with company goals and to ensure customer demand is met. Confers with Management, Production, and Marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products. Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests. Advises management of new developments, which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations. Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of Company policies and procedures to the engineering activities. Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies, which may improve operations, and develops recommendations accordingly. Leads by example in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives by: o Evaluating engineering product processes to ensure environmental impact is minimized including but not limited to chemical utilization, and environmental waste minimization. o Evaluates new technologies to ensure safety risks are minimized. o Strive to create products that are safe while conserving energy and materials minimizing pollution throughout the product life cycle. Ensure all people placed under their assigned area of responsibility, or all persons who may be affected by equipment or processes placed under their responsibility are complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local and State government, and LISI Aerospace policies, procedures and plans. All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times. All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all Company procedures or legal requirements to managements attention immediately. Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results. Other duties may be assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES BS/BA degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Active member of the OIQ. Minimum 10 years related experience or a technical position in a high-volume manufacturing environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a fast-paced environment. Minimum of 5 years of Engineering Management experience. Specialized knowledge of the responsibilities and tasks performed within Engineering field. Minimum of 5 years of project management experience. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Computer Assisted Design (CAD). Ability to analyze technical data, analyze issues and identify root causes. Dynamic, strong time management skills. Problem solver, detail-oriented & highly organized. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a many variable. Ability to read and communicate effectively within all internal departments. Team worker with interpersonal and intercultural competencies. Able to respond appropriately to situations with a calm and steady demeanor. Effective verbal & written communications skills in both English and French. Strong ethics and reliability.