Position Title: Principal Engineer, Digital Manufacturing
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Grade: Grade 06
Requisition ID: 44473
What you'll be doing.- Define and execute a global manufacturing analytics and digital transformation roadmap
- Lead large-scale initiatives leveraging AI, IoT, and cloud-based platforms
- Architect scalable analytics solutions integrating MES, SCADA, PLCs, and cloud systems
- Develop AI/ML models for predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, and process optimization
- Drive improvements in OEE, production efficiency, and product quality outcomes
- Establish and enforce data governance and standardization frameworks
- Partner with cross-functional teams across manufacturing, supply chain, and IT
- Present data-driven insights and ROI-based recommendations to senior leadership
- Identify and scale Industry 4.0 technologies, including digital twins, smart sensors, and automation
- Lead organizational change initiatives and build digital capabilities across the business
What you'll need to be successful.- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field
- 15+ years of experience in manufacturing analytics, digital transformation, or industrial automation
- 5+ years of experience in a senior leadership role
- Deep expertise in industrial systems such as MES, SCADA, and PLCs, as well as cloud-based data platforms
- Strong background in AI/ML, predictive analytics, and data architecture
- Proficiency with tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau
- Demonstrated success leading enterprise-scale transformation initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Proven ability to quantify and deliver measurable business value
- Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or related disciplines are considered an asset
About the team.You will join McCain's Manufacturing Digital team, working closely with global manufacturing operations, supply chain, and technology partners. This team is focused on building next-generation digital capabilities that enable intelligent, data-driven manufacturing and support McCain's broader digital transformation strategy.
Compensation Package : $111,700.00 - $149,000.00 . CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.
Job Family: Information Technology
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)
