Our people are METHOD’s greatest strength. Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and ownership while building innovative products that serve customers across North America.
METHOD is a growing Design, Engineering & Manufacturing company based in South Surrey. Our 40-person team manufactures everything from one-off custom products for the entertainment industry; to high volume products for specific customers, to in-house products and systems, and sells them through a variety of distribution channels to multiple markets and customer segments. This is inclusive of one of our product lines, the EXO Building System, manufacturing innovative building envelope systems and structural insulated panels (wood and steel). Our construction team works on schools, municipal buildings, and other institutional facilities across Western Canada.
As we expand into a new manufacturing facility, we are investing in the people and systems that will shape the next phase of our growth.
If you are an energetic, creative, driven engineer and excited about building manufacturing capability from existing systems to ground up, you might be the perfect fit to join our team as our Manufacturing Systems Engineer.
OVERVIEW
We are expanding to a new manufacturing facility and are seeking a Manufacturing Systems Engineer to define the technical and operational backbone of the plant. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with manufacturing process leadership, you will shape how the plant is built, how it runs, and how it scales.
This is not a maintenance role. This is not a narrow design-only position. This is a high-ownership engineering position spanning multiple fabrication processes, including robotic and manual welding, PU foam metering unit, proprietary assembly methods, and material processing systems. You will own equipment integration, production flow, automation strategy, and performance across the full manufacturing operation. It is a high-impact opportunity to influence capital decisions and long-term manufacturing competitiveness.
The initial engagement is a 12-month contract focused on facility launch and production ramp-up, with strong potential to transition into a permanent role. Reports to: Plant Manager / Operations Leadership.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Facility & Equipment Integration:
- Support facility layout development and workflow design
- Lead mechanical installation and commissioning of fabrication equipment
- Oversee integration of robotic and manual welding systems, PU foam metering unit, presses, cranes, material handling, and finishing processes
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Troubleshoot startup challenges during ramp-up
Welding & Fabrication Engineering Authority:
- Develop and improve welding procedures and fabrication standards
- Ensure compliance with CSA W47.1 or applicable welding codes
- Assist in the design and improvement of fixtures, jigs, and tooling
- Support root cause analysis on quality or fabrication issues
Production System Design & Optimization:
- Help design efficient work cells and material flow
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks
- Improve cycle times and throughput
- Assist in implementing lean manufacturing principles
- Develop scalable SOPs and production standards
Performance & Capacity Management:
- Model production capacity and labor requirements
- Establish takt time and performance KPIs
- Track and improve OEE, scrap, and rework
- Provide ROI justification for capital investments
- Support automation roadmap development
New Product Introduction (NPI):
- Ensure manufacturability of new designs
- Support prototype builds and production transition
- Standardize processes for new SKUs
- Align engineering design with fabrication realities
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
- 5–10+ years in steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing
- Experience in welding processes (MIG (GMAW), FCAW, TIG, SMAW) but mainly focused on GMAW and CSA W47.1
- Strong understanding of plant layout and production flow
- Experience supporting robotic welding systems preferred
- Deep understanding in robotic systems a strong asset
- Practical hands-on engineering mindset
- Strong commercial awareness (cost, margin, throughput)
- P.Eng designation or eligibility considered an asset
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Helped successfully launch the new facility
- Established welding and fabrication standards
- Designed an optimized production flow
- Reduced startup inefficiencies
- Built a scalable production system capable of growth
OUR VALUES
- Collaboration
- Customer Focused
- Agility
- Passion
- Innovation
- Accountability
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our greatest asset is our people. In addition to our dedicated, team-oriented atmosphere we offer:
- Competitive wages
- On-going career development and training opportunities
- Multiple company events
- Vacation & paid time off
- Extended health care
- Dental care
- Disability and life insurance
Thanks to our collaborative and supportive culture, METHOD and the EXO Construction Group are always progressing and understand the importance of growing as a team.
If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application!
For more information about METHOD Innovation Partners and the EXO Construction Group, please visit www.methodinnovates.com and exoconstructiongroup.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- custom manufacturing: 5 years (preferred)
- solidworks: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
