Technical Product Development Manager

Based in Montreal, NūMove is a manufacturer and integrator of robotic systems and industrial automation solutions. We develop robust and innovative technologies thanks to our expertise in design, programming, software development and artificial vision.

We assemble and program our systems directly in our 32,000 square foot workshop before commissioning them at our customers' premises. In addition to creating career opportunities in manufacturing and production, this process is very stimulating for our team who can concretely see the result of their work.

NūMove emerged from a desire to propel industrial robotics through a unifying company with human values. We recognize that each teammate actively contributes to our accomplishments.

Thus, sustained efforts are made to create an attractive work environment and strengthen ties between colleagues. Here are some of the benefits offered:

• Active social club, supported by the company, promoting cohesion and well-being at work.
• Varied and enriching professional challenges.
• Flexible schedule allowing for a balanced work-life balance.
• Competitive benefits aimed at ensuring the team's well-being and financial security.

We may be a technology company, but we are passionate about human connections! Looking forward to welcoming you to the NūMove family.

Product Development Technical Manager

Under the supervision of the Product Development Team Leader, he or she is responsible for developing and improving products, determining operating principles while respecting standards. The Technical Manager will be involved in the ongoing training of the various resources. He or she is responsible for monitoring and respecting the various working methods in place, in addition to ensuring that quality, budget and schedule objectives are maintained.

The technical manager must also support the NūMove sales team by contributing to the analysis of customer needs and the evaluation of project costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The technical manager helps to set up working methods, select standard components, train and support the various resources in the realization and delivery of product development projects. As a technical manager, he or she will be invited to participate in the initiation and planning phases of projects. He or she will lead the brainstorming and analysis phases of proposals to define the best solution(s). The technical manager will be mandated to complete the product development project according to the solutions selected and the requirements of the mandate. He or she acts as a front-line resource in solving technical problems during the design, start-up or customer support phases.

▪ Responsible for the quality of product development projects;

▪ Be on the lookout for the latest technologies and propose innovative concepts;

▪ Carry out test benches to validate hypotheses

▪ Orchestrate and actively participate in brainstorming activities;

▪ Maintain a high standard in new concepts (robustness, reliability and simplicity)

▪ Rigorously document the different stages of the product development process;

▪ Resolve technical issues in the project;

▪ Support the project team in developing the project.

▪ Carry out the preliminary concepts that will be transferred to designers;

▪ Analyze existing products and identify opportunities for improvement;

▪ Help define company standards (Design and technical drawing);

▪ Help define standard components to use;

▪ Help set up working methods (document, train and monitor);

▪ Support the PDM vault administrator in keeping libraries up to date;

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Bachelor's degree or DEC in mechanical engineering or equivalent;

▪ Minimum of 10 years of experience in the design of industrial automation equipment and distribution centers;

▪ Extensive knowledge of component manufacturing and finishing principles ;

▪ Good relationship with suppliers and good knowledge of suppliers (components, technology);

▪ Very good knowledge of SolidWorks, PDM and Draftsight software;

▪ Good knowledge of French and English;

▪ Knowledge of electrical design and programming principles would be an asset;

▪ Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively;

▪ Availability to travel occasionally outside the metropolitan area and outside the country.