Overview
Electronic Test Equipment Designer Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Hitachi Vantara Corporation
About Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting‑edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi‑cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
Job Overview
Responsible for generating designs for the automated functional testing of PCBA’s and sub racks in a manufacturing environment, and supporting the integration and validation of Simulators and Second Line Maintenance Devices (SLMDs). Work closely with peers to design complete simulator solutions used to test software. The position also requires the maintenance and troubleshooting of automated test equipment both locally in Toronto and at our contract manufacturers.
Key Accountabilities
Develop both hardware and software test solutions to be used in a manufacturing environment based on a Test Specification in a timely manner to meet production schedules
Utilise strong troubleshooting skills to debug and return to service automated test equipment that has failed
Use strong communications skills to work with contract manufacturers around the world, support and coordinate the release of new production test solutions and troubleshoot existing test solutions
Apply strong technical skills to support the integration of the hardware and software phase of a simulator and SLMD during the validation phase to ensure compliance with requirements
Responsible for maintaining legacy test systems including simulators, and developing cost effective new test solutions for legacy hardware where the legacy test system has exceeded its useful life, to support customer repairs and ongoing spare equipment orders
As part of deploying and troubleshooting production test equipment, responsible for communicating with stakeholders the status and gating activities for planning and executing hardware delivery schedules
Support the design of simulators including requirements review, design generation, design reviews and release
Key Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronic hardware and system design in the rail, transportation or similar safety critical industries
University bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer engineering, mechatronics or relevant degree
Must have a thorough working knowledge and experience using Lab View and Test Stand software and is familiar with NI equipment
Have scripting knowledge using Python and Visual Basic
English language fluency is mandatory
Well‑developed writing skills to prepare effective reports, documents, etc. in a clear and concise format
Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills needed to deal confidently, courteously, and correctly with both internal and external stakeholders, and customers at any level
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineering designation (desirable)
Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering
Total Compensation Range (Base Salary + Annual Incentive plan): $90,000 – $128,000
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision plans – 100% of premiums are company‑paid
Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, without vesting period
Company‑paid holidays – 3 weeks of vacation, holiday closure, personal emergency leave days and sick days
Maternity/Parental/Adoption top‑up pay
Annual Incentive plan
Company provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and worldview. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Title: Electronic Test Equipment Designer
Company: Hitachi Vantara Corporation
Location: Toronto, Canada
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