Manufacturing Engineering Contractor (Edmonton)

Manufacturing Engineer In operation for 80 years, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company. We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in advancing manufacturing capability through process optimization, automation, and digital manufacturing initiatives. This position is responsible for creating design concepts, standardizing designs, implementing, and continuously improving scalable, data-driven manufacturing processes that enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost effectiveness. This role serves as a critical strategic technical bridge between Design Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and external partners to support productive production and successful industrialization of new products. Beyond initial New Product Introduction (NPI), the Manufacturing Engineer provides continuous lifecycle support to ensure long-term manufacturability, material optimization, and operational excellence. Manufacturing Process Design & Continuous Improvement Lead end-to-end process design, validation, and optimization initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles. Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, routings, SOPs, and work instructions. Production Planning & Operational Support Support production planning by defining efficient sequences of operations and estimating production time and cost. Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure material availability and production readiness. Specify, select, and implement manufacturing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements. machine tending, welding, pick-and-place, palletizing), including cell layouts, safety systems, and end-of-arm tooling. Lead controls integration involving PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motion systems, ensuring robust connectivity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). Support digital manufacturing initiatives by improving visibility of production performance through data integration, dashboards, and reporting tools. Collaborate with IT, Operations, and equipment suppliers to enable effective data flow from shop-floor equipment to enterprise systems. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering discipline. Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (discrete, batch, or continuous). Firsthand experience in industrial robotics (e.g., Proficiency in tooling and fixture design using CAD, with working knowledge of GD&T;, MSA, and process capability studies. Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., Familiarity with ERP/MES integration and tools such as Power BI. Advanced understanding of heavy-plate steel fabrication, CWB/AWS welding standards, and machining processes. Broad theoretical and practical engineering knowledge. Expert proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for specialized fixture and tooling design. Skilled in developing PFMEAs, Control Plans, work instructions, line balancing, and ergonomics to optimize throughput. A cross-functional partner who works effectively with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, and other teams. Commitment to safety, quality, and innovation. Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving mindset. Focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions that drive results. Bonus Round! We offer the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package. Employee Assistance Program, MSP (BC). Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching. Personal growth. Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments. This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire. No phone calls please. # Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2prz9w