Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering (Electronic Assembly)

Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Reports To: Plant Manager, Operations

About Paradigm Electronics:
Paradigm Electronics is a leading midsize manufacturing company based in Ontario, specializing in high-performance audio and home theater solutions. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Paradigm Electronics has been at the forefront of the consumer electronics industry for over four decades

The role will be responsible for both the optimal performance of manufacturing processes and technical reliability of equipment that supports them.

You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes. A core component of this role is the in-house design and procurement of production tools, jigs, and fixtures that improve operator ergonomics, ensure part quality, and reduce cycle times.
In addition, you will be responsible for planning, organizing and maintaining the daily maintenance checks of production and building equipment. Source, vet, and coordinate with external contractors and service providers. Obtain quotes and ensure all work meets quality standards and safety codes.
Preventative Maintenance (PM): Develop and oversee a rigorous PM schedule for HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, fork lifts and machinery to prevent costly breakdowns.
Inventory & Procurement: Order materials as needed while staying within the departmental budget.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure the facility remains in compliance with OSHA, fire codes, and local building regulations. Maintain accurate records of all repairs, inspections, and equipment warranties. Prepare monthly reports on maintenance costs and system performance.
Tooling & Fixture Design: Use CAD software to design custom assembly fixtures and Go/No-Go gauges. Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for internal fabrication or external sourcing.
Integrate new tooling into existing lines and oversee "First Article" testing to validate tool performance.
DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Collaborate with the R&D team to review new product designs, ensuring they can be produced efficiently with current or proposed tooling.
Root Cause Analysis: Lead troubleshooting efforts when production yields drop.

Knowledge and Experience, Supervision, Authority:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing of Industrial Engineering.

• 7-10 years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks.
• Experience with CNC machining and manual assembly.

Organizational Skills : Ability to juggle multiple projects without losing track of long-term goals.
A "hand-on" mentality with the ability to diagnose issues quickly and decide whether to fix them in-house or call a specialist.
Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Ability to visualize complex mechanical interactions to design fixtures that prevent "poka-yoke" (error-proofing) mistakes.
Project Management: Ability to manage a project from the initial concept/sketch through to the final installation on the production floor.

As part of the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the "Act"), Paradigm Electronics Inc. will not employ any children under the age of 15, by taking special precautions to safeguard the health, security, and rights of persons under the age of 18 and ensure that they do not perform any hazardous work. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in our selection process.