Lead, Development Engineering

WhiteWater makes products, but at our heart, we are a service business, and that means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to create solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever the expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned behind a clearly understood purpose: together we create fun for families everywhere.

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Position:
Engineer, Development Engineering

Shift:
40 hours | Full-Time

Department:
Development Engineering

Location:
Richmond, BC, Canada

Salary:
95, ,000 CAD annually

Reports to:
Engineering Manager, Development Engineering

PURPOSE

WhiteWater is seeking a
Lead, Development Engineering
to join our Engineering team at our
Richmond head office
Reporting to the Manager, Development Engineering, the successful candidate will work in a product-focused environment to develop state-of-the-art products for the waterpark industry, helping to redefine product development in the industry. You will be responsible for managing a cross-functional core team, bringing new concepts to life and into the hands of our customers. You will act as the technical authority for products during development through commercialization. You will also work closely with a multi-disciplinary group of engineers, designers, and technicians in the design, prototyping, documentation, manufacturing, value engineering, and commercial release of new products. You will have a strong understanding of product design and release procedures, provide leadership to the team, and communicate across the organization.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a cross-functional core team to innovate new products, using best practices, industry-proven processes and unique in-house solutions.
• Ensure products are developed in accordance with WhiteWater's Stage-Gate process; meeting or exceeding applicable safety, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, engineering, installation, and ease of use requirements.
• Act as the technical authority for respective products during the development phase and serve as the primary point of contact for respective products.
• Communicate and collaborate regularly with internal and external stakeholders to foster a team-based approach.
• Prepare and maintain development schedules, budgets and resource requirements for respective products.
• Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of engineering documentation in accordance with WhiteWater's Stage-Gate process.
• Provide technical direction and support to team members of various disciplines.
• Review product designs to evaluate risks, costs, estimated time to market, and fulfilment of requirements.
• Review and approve calculations, designs, and design documentation.
• Lead and participate in prototype testing and evaluation of new products.
• Lead and participate in the design verification and commissioning process of new products; coordinating any learnings to refine engineering design, or to prepare for full commercial release.
• Be accountable and responsible for the team's ability to achieve set metrics.
• Identify, support, and cultivate lean initiatives and opportunities for continuous improvement of the product development process within the organization
• Coach/mentor team members to develop engineering and leadership skills for future advancement

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Applied Science degree from a Canadian university or an equivalent foreign institution.
• Professional Engineer designation in Canada (P.Eng.) or the United States (P.E.) is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a product design environment, including design, fabrication, prototype testing, and analysis.
• Broad technical competence across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Experience with product development and Stage-Gate processes is preferred.
• Project management experience, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and planning.
• PMP designation is considered an asset.
• Experience with the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems is preferred.
• Experience using industry-accepted risk assessment techniques, including FMEA, is preferred.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks and Product Data/Lifecycle Management (PDM/PLM) systems is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project.

COMPETENCIS AND SKILLS:

• Strong leadership skills with proven experience leading teams and initiatives.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage time.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally at all levels of the organization.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must be able to travel globally without restrictions.

WHITEWATER COMPETENCIES

• Accountability – We do what we say
• Collaboration – We work well together
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

WhiteWater is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

We thank all the candidates who take the time and energy to apply. Given the size of our team, it makes responding personally to each applicant submission difficult, but please know we are grateful for your interest. We look forward to connecting with you through this search or future ones. All the best in your job search.