Production Engineer - Medicine Hat, AB TC V

Job Title: · Production Engineer · Location: · Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada · Role Type: · We're Hiring: Production Engineer · Full-Time | Hybrid/Remote Work Environment | Security Clearance Required · Drive strategic growth in global defence. · Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canad ...

Job description

Job Title:

Production Engineer

Location:

Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada

Role Type:

We're Hiring: Production Engineer

Full-Time | Hybrid/Remote Work Environment | Security Clearance Required

Drive strategic growth in global defence.

Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) as a Production Engineer

About QinetiQ

QinetiQ is a global leader in defence, security, and critical infrastructure. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we're united by a mission to protect lives and secure the future through innovation. Our Medicine Hat site plays a key role in delivering advanced uncrewed vehicle systems (UVS) and supporting global defence operations.

What You'll Do

The Production Engineer is responsible for the technical matters related to Production and products in and/or transitioning to production from prototype, and act as a bridge between engineering, field services & operations for all aspects of new and current uncrewed vehicle systems.

Engineering change requests and notices: creating, maintaining, and gaining approval for technical changes required for production, based on feedback from customers.

Act as the main Point of Contact for Change Orders and manage the administration of changes

Assist in developing overall design and manufacturing improvements to existing products.Initiate and implement cost saving measures for Production, utilize LEAN principles.

Improve the safety procedures of Production tasks for systems and products.

Assist Production with the transition from Prototype to Production readiness, including drawing packages, BOMs and tooling.

Create Change Orders for technical drawings and publications.

Creating and maintaining production Work Procedures and Acceptance Test Procedures.

Manage change, configuration and obsolete items and drive solutions for said items.

Reviewing technical drawings for manufacturability and overall drawing and system correctness.

Reviewing technical publications for content correctness and applicability, including Operational Material. Training Material, and other Technical Documentation.

Delivery of Training Material to personnel, to ensure they are current and competent on the operation of systems and products.

Collaborate with vendors to ensure products we order are manufactured intended. This involves reviewing vendor drawings and processes, answering any questions they may have, communicating any unmet needs.

Coordinate with the Supply Chain team to address technical queries and actions.

Working in conjunction with other technical disciplines to ensure overall system requirements are achieved.

Working in conjunction with other departments to meet operational requirements.

What You Bring

Membership in ASET (or eligibility) – Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or equivalent preferred,

Membership in APEGA (or eligibility) – Engineer in Training (E.I.T) or equivalent preferred.

Post Secondary Education in Mechatronics or Electronics, with a knowledge of Computer (Hardware), Software development.

Understanding of another Engineering discipline, either - Mechanical, Fabrication, etc.

Experience with custom design and/or manufacturing environments.

Computer proficiency (Document Management Software, MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook).

Proficient knowledge of 3D modelling software (Autodesk inventor preferred).

Mechanical design software suites and analysis tools.

Technical writing.

Comprehension of Project Management Fundamentals.

Comprehension of Configuration Management Fundamentals.

Understanding of multiple Engineering disciplines - Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Electronics, Fabrication, etc.

Linux Operating Software.

Project Online experience.

Power BI experience.

Skills That Set You Apart

Strong communications, prioritization, organizational skills.

Strong work ethic and ability to work under stress and tight schedules.

Strong critical thinking ability.

Strong ability to provide written instructions.

High attention to detail.

Strong writing skills.

Ability to receive constructive criticism.

Ability to work as a team or individual.

Security & Safety Requirements

Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.

Able to obtain a Canadian Class 2 Security clearance.

Must have a clean background history and obtain criminal record check

Why QinetiQ?

We offer a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid work environment where you can thrive, grow, and make a real impact. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing and career development.

Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Extended health and wellness spending accounts

RRSP/TFSA matching

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Flexible working practices and employee-led networks

Explore our culture

Ready to lead the future of defence?

Apply now and help us shape a safer, more secure world through innovation and collaboration.

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