Production Engineer

📍 Medicine Hat, AB | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Work Environment

🛠️ About the Role

As part of the Engineering Support Function of the Engineering Department at QTSC, the Production Engineer position is part of the overall team which transitions prototype developments to production ready systems for Aerial, Surface, Control Stations, Test Equipment, and Payloads as part of the QTSC product families. This also includes and focuses on the in-service product lifecycle including the Engineering Change Management, Obsolescence Management, and Configuration Management processes. The Engineering Support function also maintains the technical publications for Operation & Maintenance for internal and customer requirements.

• Developing with the project design team and production team the production build instructions, manufacturing, & integration processes; production quality test equipment requirements & procedures; and the configuration & plan as part of the transition from prototyping to first article to production.
• Participating in the multi function team in evaluating processes and designs and proposing cost savings via design improvements and manufacturing process changes.
• Using the Engineering Change Management process for EPR classification, and presentation to the Change Control Board for approval; development of the ECO through to ECNs and management of the engineering change implementation.
• Principle point of contact within engineering for technical assistance within the supply chain
• Principle point of contact within engineering for technical queries from internal and customers.
• Preparing, participating, and/or conducting internal training of staff on operational, maintenance and production changes.
• Validating production processes and build instructions by participating in first article builds.
• Monitoring, communicating and developing plans conjunction with the production operations team for approval for obsolescence management activities
• Scope of work involves simple projects and basic engineering tasks
• Assistance and input planning their work tasks and other engineering support staff with management
• Creating or reviewing engineering technical publications including drawings, schematics, safety documentation, engineering reports & operational materials related to the overall system operation.
• Assignment and management of configurations for products including configuration baselines.
• Project team member for large system level project
• Mainly critical deadline for subsystems

Skill Requirements:

Essential Skills:

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret and modify engineering drawings, schematics, and BOM.

• Technical writing for reports, work instructions, safety documentation, and training material

• General multi-discipline technical knowledge which can be applied to an overall system.

Additional Assets Skills:

• GD&T - Geometric, Dimensioning & Tolerancing understanding for drawing interpretation, manufacturing validation, and tolerance-related production decisions.

• Technical Project Management - including planning & scheduling tools (Project Insight, MS Project, etc.)

• Basic use and operations of Linux based computer systems

• Preparing material for or conducting product related training

🎓 What You Bring

Education & Professional Membership:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.

• Professional membership in APEGA, or eligibility for membership.

Work Experience:

• 5-7 years in Design, Development, and Manufacturing in a product-based environment.

• Experience in avionics, marine, vehicular military systems, and/or communication equipment.

🔐 Security

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the Government of Canada security clearance required for the position
• Must be eligible for and maintain a clear background check, including criminal record screening, as required for security clearance

💡 Why QinetiQ?

We offer a high-performing, inclusive work environment where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing, growth, and ability to make a real impact.

You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Extended health and wellness spending accounts
• RRSP/TFSA matching
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
• And more!

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