Director, Manufacturing Engineering

Location: Sonova Kitchener

As the Director of Manufacturing Engineering – Custom Products, you will lead a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional Process, Product, and Service Solutions that drive Sonova's Core Value Drivers (CVDs). You will oversee engineering support for product families including In-the-Ear (ITE), custom molded products, and private label products, ensuring innovation, quality, and operational excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for strategy, execution, and talent development, directly shaping how Sonova advances its manufacturing capabilities, technology adoption, and global operations performance.

What You'll Do

• One of the main responsibilities of this position is New Product Introduction (NPI).  This involves leading a team of NPI Project Managers and Process Development Engineers who partner with R&D on NPD projects.  Their goal is to develop new manufacturing processes which will then be transferred to our global manufacturing sites to launch at scale.
• Lead and develop a manufacturing engineering team to ensure a culture of high engagement, performance.
• Drive manufacturing improvements in EHS, Process Excellence, Delivery, Financials, Innovation, and People.  
• Create and execute multi-year product and process improvement roadmaps which will enable Sonova's continued success.   
• Manage and prepare budgets, business cases for projects and investments, and report progress to senior leadership.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What We're Looking For

• Engineering or Science degree (Electrical/Mechanical preferred); Master's is a plus.
• 10+ years of engineering leadership experience in regulated industries (medical devices, automotive, pharma, hearing devices/aids is a plus).
• Strong background in automation, new product introduction, and advanced manufacturing.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, MS Project.
• English required; German or French an asset.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

• Exciting leadership role in a global healthcare company.

• Hybrid work model with flexibility.

• Competitive salary, variable bonus, and employer-matched pension.

• Wellness and paramedical benefits.

• Career development, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

• A diverse, inclusive, and innovative work culture.

• Recognition as a Great Place to Work (May 2024–May 2025)

Only direct applications will be considered. If you receive a job offer without speaking to someone at Sonova, please contact