Hexagon Purus Systems Canada Ltd. Looking for Test & Validation Engineer at Kelowna, BC Full Time

Our Company

Hexagon Purus, a Hexagon Composites company, is a world leading provider of hydrogen type 4 high-pressure cylinders, battery packs and vehicle systems integration for fuel cell electric and battery electric vehicles. Hexagon Purus enables zero emission solutions for light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, buses, ground storage, distribution, maritime, rail, aerospace, and backup power solutions. Hexagon Composites has 1100 employees across 23 global locations.

Hexagon Purus Systems Canada Ltd. is currently seeking a Test & Validation Engineer to work out of our Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada office. If you are looking to work for an organization that values sustainability and is working towards Clean Air Everywhere, then we are the place for you.

Overview

Reporting to the senior Test & Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for preparing and executing test plans and preparing test reports of electrical assemblies and components for zero emission vehicles.

Responsibilities

· Determine the nature and type of testing required, and coordinates work with others

· Prepares and assembles test articles and instrumentation for required testing.

· Collects and analyzes test data and documents test results

· Prepares reports summarizing results to provide insight to the design team

· Uses drafting and electrical drawings skills and knowledge of computer-assisted drafting CAD equipment and software to create 3D design models and associated 2D drawings for test fixtures

· Compiles data, computes quantities, determines materials needed, and prepares cost estimates

· Produces detailed technical drawings for electrical assemblies and components

· Establishes and maintains consistent, high quality, and accurate information required to be shown on design drawings

· Presents project updates to colleagues and makes recommendations based on findings

· Participates in development and assembly of prototype systems

· Research, select and purchase test equipment based on project requirements

· Participate in investigations to find the root cause of field issues

· Works effectively with others in a collaborative team environment under ambivalent circumstances to resolve issues that require innovative and unique approaches

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications, Experience, Education

· Minimum of 4 years of work experience in an engineering field

· Completed Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering degree or similar

· Proficient skills with Pro-Engineer, Creo, Catia, SolidWorks or an equivalent 3D modelling software

· Experience with electronics tools such as multimeters, soldering iron, oscilloscope, etc

· Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS232, CAN, etc.)

· Familiarity with data acquisition systems and interfacing with analog and digital sensors

· Proficient with data collection software, hardware, and theory, including MATLAB, Simulink, SoMat, NI

· Comfortable working with high voltage environments.

· Understanding of basic statistics required for developing statistically significant experiments

· Knowledge of electrical vehicle systems

· Self-starter with the ability to work alone on projects

· Detail oriented with superior analytical and problem-solving skills

· Microsoft Office software skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio)

· Ability to handle multiple jobs and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment with fluctuating priorities

· Valid passport with ability to travel to the US

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is moderately required to sit for long periods of time at a computer and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time. This position may work in the plant and outdoors in the field, therefore subject to all weather conditions sometimes to include extreme cold and heat. The work described while working in the plant or field will require wearing all PPE depending on circumstance which may include safety glasses, hard hat, ear protection, leather gloves, safety vest and steel toed boots.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Hexagon Purus Systems is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and ensures that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, criminal conviction and political belief.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $29.00-$35.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

Experience:

• Electrical Engineers: 1 year (preferred)