Manufacturing Engineer

Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America’s largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions. Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes: fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies.

Mircom’s mission is to save lives and protect property by providing a line-up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small buildings to the largest complexes. Our unwavering commitment to North American manufacturing enables us to offer the highest quality and best competitive value across our vast range of products and solutions.

The bi-lingual Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes for Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assemblies with a strong emphasis on Surface Mount Technology (SMT). This role ensures high-quality, efficiency, and scalable production while supporting new product introduction (NPI), continuous improvement initiatives, and operational excellence within the PCB manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience in SMT processes, equipment, and quality standards, and will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams.

This is a full time permanent role based out of our facility in Pointe Claire, QC.

Manufacturing Process Development:

• Develop, implement, and optimize PCB assembly manufacturing processes, with a focus on SMT production lines and final assembly of life safety products.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by defining process flows, work instructions, and tooling requirements.
• Design and improve manufacturing layouts to enhance throughput, quality, and efficiency.
• Conduct process capability studies and implement improvements to achieve production targets.
• Create Capital projects to drive productivity and safety through automation.

SMT Process Engineering:

• Optimize SMT processes including solder paste printing, pick-and-place efficiency, reflow soldering, AOI, SPI, and inspection processes.
• Troubleshoot SMT line issues and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support machine programming, line balancing, and cycle time improvements.
• Work closely with equipment vendors and maintenance teams to ensure optimal machine performance.

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Support PFMEA development, control plans, and process validation activities.
• Analyze yield, defect trends, and production data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluation & First Article Approval for changes to manufacturing site, process changes or improvements, supplier or material changes, or design changes.
• Implement error-proofing (poka-yoke) and process controls to reduce defects.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Product Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability of new designs (DFM/DFT).
• Support production teams in resolving technical issues on the manufacturing floor.
• Participate in audits, process reviews, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and training to operators and technicians.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions, process maps, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to PCB manufacturing.
• Support internal and external audits such as ISO, FM, and UL, as required.
• ECO technical review, approval, assessment and execution through change management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in hands on PCB manufacturing, with strong expertise in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) environments.
• Hands-on experience with SMT equipment such as pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, AOI, and SPI systems.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of PCB assembly processes and electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with DFM, DFT, and process validation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, routings, and manufacturing data analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, Gerber files, and BOMs.
• Fluent in both English and French (spoken and written).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in high-mix, medium-to-high volume PCB…