Engineering R&D Lab Manager at Velan Inc. – Montréal, Quebec

Velan is a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial valves. Founded in Montreal, the company is recognized for the quality of its products, its technical expertise, and its human and collaborative corporate culture.

We are currently seeking an Engineering Research & Development Lab Manager who will report to the Vice‑President, Engineering, and play a key role in overseeing and optimizing the operations, capabilities, and performance of our R&D laboratory. The selected candidate will ensure that lab activities, resources, and technical workflows effectively support Velan’s innovation roadmap, product development initiatives, and engineering experimentation programs.

In addition to a job that matches your ambitions, with varied and enriching assignments, joining Velan means becoming part of a passionate team and enjoying exceptional working conditions:

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Generous insurance program
• 24/7 telemedicine service
• 5% employer contribution to a pension plan
• Competitive vacation policy
• Paid time off during the holidays
• Reimbursement of professional association membership fees
• Contribution to tuition reimbursement
• Reimbursement of annual gym fees and other wellness initiatives
• Free on-site parking
• Company events (health, family, sports, etc.)
• Fast career progression and professional development opportunities

• Manage the lab backlog for the following activities: sales order, defective part analysis, product development, R&D testing
• Lead a team of technicians and engineers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and functioning correctly. Coordinate repairs and upgrades, as required
• Develop and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions
• Write procedures, approve test reports
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the execution of experiments and tests. Ensure adherence to scientific and technical standards
• Manage inventory of lab supplies and equipment. Order and re-stock materials as necessary
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and documentation of experimental data. Ensure accuracy and reliability of results
• Develop and manage the laboratory budget, including forecasting and controlling expenses
• Work closely with research teams and other departments to support project goals and ensure seamless integration of lab activities
• Develop partnership with users, suppliers and outside labs
• Organize and participate in follow-up meetings with customers
• Coordinate all production-related tasks
• Prepare weekly progress meetings

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Member of Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
• Master’s degree in engineering management is an asset
• Proven experience in a laboratory management role, preferably in a mechanical engineering setting
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment and technology
• Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Valve design concepts, including actuation (electric, pneumatic and hydraulic) (an asset)
• Materials (especially steels), machining processes and mechanical assembly (strong
• Design and drafting standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (strong)
• Product and life-cycle data management and configuration control concepts, principles and practices (asset)
• Word and Excel M (a must)
• FEA methods regarding stress analysis and computational fluid dynamics (an asset)
• Functional bilingual (Oral and written)

If you recognize yourself in this profile and would like to take on this challenge, we would love to learn more about you!