Junior Project Engineer

Located in Scarborough, ON

Job Title: Junior Project Engineer

Industry: Manufacturing / Steel
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Location: Toronto, ON

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing company specializing in steel processing and precision metal components serving the automotive and industrial sectors across North America. The organization works closely with customers from initial concept and design through production, delivering engineered solutions that meet strict quality and performance standards.

 

With decades of manufacturing expertise, the company provides engineers the opportunity to work closely with customers, production teams, and suppliers, gaining hands-on exposure to real-world product development and manufacturing processes.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Project Engineer to support customer programs from RFQ and quotation through prototype development and production launch.

 

In this role, you will work at the intersection of engineering, customer communication, and project coordination, helping ensure that new programs move efficiently from concept to manufacturing. You will collaborate with internal engineering and production teams while interacting directly with customers and suppliers.

 

This position is well suited for an early-career engineer interested in developing strong project management and customer-facing technical skills within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the RFQ and quotation process by reviewing customer drawings, technical specifications, and production requirements.
  • Work with engineering and production teams to evaluate feasibility and manufacturing considerations for new customer programs.
  • Coordinate with suppliers to source outsourced processes or materials required for projects.
  • Prepare technical and commercial quotations for customer programs.
  • Participate in new program launches, including project kick-off meetings and prototype coordination.
  • Ensure the successful transition of projects from quotation and planning into full production.
  • Communicate with customers to clarify technical requirements and provide updates on project progress.
  • Maintain project documentation including drawings, specifications, timelines, and internal coordination notes.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve issues and keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or project coordination role (co-op or internship experience may be considered).
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
  • Exposure to metal fabrication, steel processing, or automotive manufacturing is an asset.
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Familiarity with North American steel standards.
  • Experience working with RFQs, quotations, or supplier coordination.
  • Exposure to automotive Tier 1 / Tier 2 manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or program launches.

Why Join This Opportunity/What You’ll Gain:

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop project management and customer-facing experience within a manufacturing environment. You will gain exposure to the full lifecycle of customer programs — from RFQ and quoting through prototype development and production launch. The position provides direct access to company leadership, allowing you to contribute meaningfully to customer program success.

 

• Hands-on experience managing customer programs from quotation through production launch.
• Exposure to steel manufacturing and metal processing operations.
• Opportunities to work with engineering, production, suppliers, and customers across the full project lifecycle.
• Practical experience in RFQs, cost estimation, and supplier coordination.
• Mentorship and insight from senior leadership and decision-makers within the organization.

Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits: Comprehensive group medical benefits provided after the probationary period.

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation to start.

Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the Owner and Production Manager, offering regular exposure to senior leadership.

Growth Opportunities: The company operates with a lean and collaborative structure, allowing employees to gain broad exposure to project management, customer interaction, and manufacturing operations. There may be potential to grow into supervisory or managerial responsibilities over time.

Compliance & Equity Statement

This posting reflects a current employment opportunity. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, family status, or any other protected ground under applicable legislation.

 

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify the recruiter so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Pay Transparency & Hiring Process

The salary range listed in this posting represents the expected compensation for this position based on market conditions and internal considerations. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role requirements.

The recruitment process may include interviews, reference checks, and verification of relevant qualifications or experience. All personal information collected during the recruitment process will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy and employment legislation.

Recruitment Process & Candidate Information

Our recruitment process may include interviews, reference checks, and verification of relevant education, certifications, and employment history. These steps help ensure alignment between candidate qualifications and the requirements of the role.

 All candidate information collected during the recruitment and selection process will be handled confidentially and used solely for hiring purposes, in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

To ensure a fair and transparent hiring process, automated decision-making or artificial intelligence (AI) tools are not used to screen, evaluate, or select candidates for this position. All applications are reviewed and assessed by members of the hiring team.

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