Controls Design Engineer

Controls Design Engineer

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, you will provide support in resolving design related controls issues on current production design control systems and investigating a variety of new or tried and true technologies to create unique design solutions for existing or next generation.

Performance Expectations

• The successful candidate will be capable of resolving design related controls issues on current production design control systems and investigating a variety of new or tried and true technologies to create unique design solutions for existing or next generation products.
• Support design of new options for machines
• Prepare vehicle system controls concept and design drawings include machine harness drawings, panel layouts, wiring diagrams and system schematics.
• Create supporting calculations ensuring that designs meet specification requirements including functional, safety, legal compliance, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Maintain thorough documentation for all aspects of assigned projects.
• Support cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project objectives and timelines.
• Coordinate design reviews with the team to evaluate different design proposals.
• Perform DFMEA on proposed solutions to identify potential failures early in the process and adjust planning accordingly
• Troubleshoot production and prototype machines.
• Prepare software requirement documents as required.
• Contact and interact with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to investigate technologies and their applications.
• Monitor the development of new technologies and upcoming suppliers.
• Build relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to enable the development of new technologies.
• Design and test prototypes: employ data collection, analysis techniques, and optimization to achieve target performance.
• Provide support in checking details, assemblies, and BOMs for assigned projects.
• Apply a wide variety of established or modified engineering methods or techniques with considerable independence of action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or C.E.T. in an Electrical discipline. Preference will be given to candidates registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• Must have minimum 2 years experience in a production environment.
• Experience as a Controls/Electrical Engineer in a mobile/heavy equipment (or related) is an asset.
• Ability to interpret, modify and generate electrical schematics is a must
• Practical experience and knowledge of custom microcontrollers, CAN bus communications, vehicle electrical connectors, solenoid valves and other mobile equipment electrical components is an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of general electrical skills.
• Experience creating or modifying electrical schematics with AutoCAD or equivalent
• Design experience with SolidWorks 3D modeling is an asset
• Exceptional problem solving, critical thinking skills and must be capable of thinking outside of the box, prioritization and working on multiple tasks in parallel.
• Exceptional research, hands on data collection, and data analysis skills.
  Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.

Desired Characteristics

• Must be open to expanding their knowledge base into new fields.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with a cross functional technical team as well as with manufacturing personnel.
• Exposure to hydraulic controls, hybrid or electric drive systems are assets.
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways.

What Linamar Has to Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us:

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.