Engineering Manager

Company Introduction:

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Position Summary: 

As the Engineering Manager at Arrow Engineered Products, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the estimation process and providing leadership in engineering activities. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of custom machining and fabrication work, ensuring accurate project assessments and successful execution. The Engineering Manager will collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable and efficient solutions that align with business objectives while ensuring technical excellence, fostering innovation and driving the professional growth of team members.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Estimation:
  • Lead the estimation team in preparing detailed and accurate project cost estimates for custom machining and fabrication work.
  • Collaborate with production, planning, and procurement to gather necessary information for precise estimations.
  • Analyze project specifications, technical drawings, and client requirements to develop comprehensive cost assessments.
  • Reviewing and approving all estimates and engineering deliverables, ensuring that they meet the project scope, specifications, quality, and customer requirements.
• Engineering Leadership:
  • Provide leadership to the engineering team, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Perform and oversee the design and engineering processes, maintaining a focus on quality, compliance, and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to streamline project workflows.
• Project Coordination:
  • Work closely with production managers to coordinate and prioritize engineering activities based on project schedules.
  • Ensure effective communication between the estimation and engineering teams to address any challenges and optimize project outcomes.
• Vendor Relations:
  • Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive pricing for materials and services.
  • Evaluate vendor capabilities and performance to support the estimation and engineering processes.
• Estimation:
  • Support the estimation team in preparing detailed and accurate project cost estimates for custom machining and fabrication work.
  • Collaborate with production, planning, and procurement to gather necessary information for precise estimations.
  • Analyze project specifications, technical drawings, and client requirements to develop comprehensive cost assessments.
  • Reviewing and approving all estimates and engineering deliverables, ensuring that they meet the project scope, specifications, quality, and customer requirements.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in estimation and engineering workflows.
  • Developing and implementing best practices, standards, procedures, tools, and methodologies for estimating and engineering activities, in alignment with Arrow’s policies and objectives.
  • Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements to enhance project efficiency and quality.

Educational Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field, Peng. Ontario

Required Skills & Expertise:

• 10+ years’ experience in metal manufacturing, fabrication, machining
• 5+ years of people management experience as an asset
• Working knowledge and experience with the CSA B51 standard, ANSI B31.1 codes, ASME Section VIII
• Knowledge of pressure boundary work including pressure vessel design, analysis, code classification, code class boundary, non-destructive examination and design registration process, Stamping Authority for pressure vessel / components
• Proven experience in engineering management, preferably in custom machining and fabrication.
• In-depth knowledge of machining and fabrication processes, materials, and industry standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for estimation and engineering.
• Knowledge of/experience using nuclear pressure boundary Codes and Standards, including CSA N285.0 and ASME Sections III.
• Full understanding of Purchasing requirements in designated code environments
• Power generation, nuclear, medical and other industrial sector knowledge

 Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:

• Microsoft Office/ ERP/MRP knowledge

What We Offer - Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

Health & Wellness

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program

Financial Benefits

• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture

Career Growth

• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates, please note that we do not use AI for application screening.

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