Team Lead, Helmets Development

As the Helmet engineering Team Lead, you will be responsible for the technical, human and strategic management of the helmet development within a matrix structure. You will play a key role in the development of innovative protective equipment for all BRP’s playgrounds, ensuring consistency, quality and continuous evolution of the discipline.

• Manage human resources within the protective equipment discipline (recruitment, development, evaluation).

• Define, provide, and maintain the necessary design and validation tools for the discipline.

• Oversee development, simulation, validation, lab testing, and benchmarking activities.

• Implement and monitor processes such as DVP (Design Verification Plan), FPS (Functional Performance Specification), DFx, PFMEA, and DFMEA.

• Develop and manage the certification plan for protective equipment.

• Ensure continuous technological watch to keep the discipline at the cutting edge.

• Manage technical relationships with key suppliers.

• Define and follow up on the Tooling Release Plan.

• Plan resources according to project needs and priorities.

• Lead and grow the discipline’s peer circle to foster knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
  
  

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including team or project management.

• Proficiency in mechanical design, validation, and simulation tools and methods.

• In-depth knowledge of quality standards and processes (DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP, etc.).

• Recognized leadership skills, with the ability to mobilize and develop a team.

• Excellent communication skills in both French and English.

• Ability to thrive in a matrix and multidisciplinary environment.

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:

• Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results

• Generous paid time away

• Pension plan

• Collective saving opportunities

• Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What about some feel good perks:

• Flexible work schedule

• A summer schedule that varies by department and location

• Holiday season shutdown

• Educational resources

• Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.