Company Information
JDRF Electromag Engineering Inc. is a research-intensive product development company located in Port Credit, Mississauga, Ontario. Our mission is to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by making advanced smart lighting affordable and accessible for commercial buildings. We develop smart lighting technology that combines machine learning, edge computing, and data fusion to transform how commercial lighting systems are designed, commissioned, operated, and maintained.
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support both production operations and product quality activities in a fast-paced hardware manufacturing environment. This role combines manufacturing support, quality engineering, and process improvement, requiring strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work across engineering, production, and supply chain teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on the production floor, troubleshooting real manufacturing issues, and building structured quality systems to improve product reliability and process consistency.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Production Support
Support day-to-day manufacturing and production engineering activities
Assist with prototype, pilot, and production builds
Troubleshoot manufacturing and production issues on the shop floor
Support production readiness, material flow, and operational continuity
Assist in implementing engineering changes in production environments
Quality Engineering & Systems
Support incoming inspection, in-process checks, and final product validation
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Investigate product and process defects and identify failure modes
Develop and improve quality inspection criteria, checklists, and test processes
Support supplier quality communications and nonconformance management
Help define and maintain structured quality systems and documentation
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and process consistency
Support development and refinement of work instructions and assembly procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across production and quality functions
Analyze recurring issues and recommend systemic improvements
Testing & Technical Validation
Support product testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities
Assist with setup and execution of functional tests for hardware or electro-mechanical systems
Reproduce issues and support engineering teams in identifying root causes
Document test results and technical findings clearly and consistently
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination
Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Suppliers
Track quality issues and engineering tasks using structured work management systems (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar tools)
Support communication between internal teams and external manufacturing partners
Maintain organized records of quality issues, investigations, and resolutions
What We Promise To Provide
Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment
Mentorship and training from industry professionals
Exciting, innovative, fast paced, and growing environment prime for continuous development.
Annual Salary range: $60,000 - $110,000 CAD
RRSP Matching Contributions Plan and health benefits.
We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We will accommodate applicant’s needs throughout the recruitment process. Please reach out to us at
[email protected] if you have accommodation needs.
AI Disclosure & ESA Reference
Artificial intelligence may be used to assist with candidate screening and assessment. Final hiring decisions are made by the Company.
Employment terms and conditions will be provided in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
Requirements:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline
Technical Skills
Familiarity with manufacturing, production, or hardware environments
Understanding of quality engineering concepts (RCA, defect analysis, inspection processes)
Experience with structured documentation (work instructions, test procedures, technical reports)
Exposure to work tracking systems (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Nice to Have
Hands-on experience in electronics, hardware, or electromechanical manufacturing
Experience with test equipment, lab environments, or production validation setups
Exposure to supplier quality or nonconformance processes
Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles
Programming or scripting experience is an asset
