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As a Process Engineer at INKAS® Armored Vehicle Manufacturing, you will be responsible for evaluating, developing, and improving automotive manufacturing processes with a focus on welding and assembly operations. The Process Engineer will support equipment launch, process design, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement to ensure safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.

INKAS® is a Canadian manufacturer known globally for designing and building premium armored SUVs, trucks, vans, and specialty vehicles. Our work combines advanced security technology, custom craftsmanship, and precision engineering in a fast-paced production environment.

Why This Role Could Be a Great Fit

• Collaborate closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to influence efficiency, quality, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Drive end-to-end process development, from initial concept and launch to continuous improvement, within welding and assembly operations.
• Play a key role in improving throughput, reducing waste, and enhancing process capability through data-driven problem solving and lean initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for welding, assembly, fixturing, and material flow.
• Create process sheets, standard work instructions, layout concepts, and work instructions for production operations.
• Support launch of new products, equipment, and tooling from concept through production readiness.
• Lead or support process validation, PFMEA, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Interface with production, quality, maintenance, tooling, product engineering, and suppliers to resolve process issues.
• Improve throughput, reduce scrap/rework, and support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor process capability, perform data analysis, and drive efficiency, safety, and quality performance.
• Support welding process development, including manual and automated welding methods, equipment setup, and process optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Welding, or related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, preferably in an automotive environment.
• Hands-on experience with welding and assembly processes, tooling, fixtures, automation, or BIW systems.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process control, quality systems, and continuous improvement tools.
• Resistance welding, MIG/GMAW, FCAW, projection welding, or robotic welding systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• PFMEA, control plans, process audits, and production launch support.
• CAD (Siemens NX or similar), layout development, equipment specification, and supplier coordination.
• Exposure to automotive quality standards and plant launch environments.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Practical approach to engineering solutions in a production setting.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Working Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing environment and may require time on the production floor, in prototype build areas, and in engineering offices. The successful candidate must be comfortable collaborating with shop-floor personnel and adapting designs to real-world production constraints.

Equal Opportunity Employment

INKAS® is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing a respectful, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without discrimination as protected by applicable law.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Disclosure

In accordance with Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, this job posting discloses that artificial intelligence may be used to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as screening or ranking applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are subject to human review and oversight.

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If you are a detail-oriented and hands-on process engineering professional who enjoys improving manufacturing processes and driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.