Intermediate Hardware Engineer
Embross is seeking a driven and experienced Hardware Engineer to develop products and deliver on client engagements. You will be responsible for transforming requirements into mechanical and electrical designs, verification studies, preparing documentation, regulatory testing, field deployments & and training, and customer support. Other duties extend to lending your expertise to our manufacturing facilities, responding to RFP requests developing cost models, and working directly with clients. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are critical to succeeding in our global team.
Key Qualifications:
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Ability to independently conduct stakeholder workshops, clearly define written requirements and usage scenarios, assess feasibility, and present succinct synopsis to management.
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Demonstrated experience in end-to-end hardware product lifecycle management. This extends to deploying products and delivering hands-on train-the-trainer sessions at client sites.
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Experience extracting insights from market research, customer feedback, and performance data and springing them into action.
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Strong analytical mindset to address customer complaints and support tickets, managing escalations, proactive follow-ups, and arriving at solutions promptly.
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Practical experience in identifying requirements and the regulatory governance of products.
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Adept at building and maintaining vendor relationships, pricing and terms negotiations, managing escalations to resolution, and performing due diligence.
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Capacity to acquire abstract concepts and apply the knowledge to develop new product features.
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Strong written communication skills to articulate complex concepts to a multitude of audiences and effectively engage with stakeholders at various levels. Examples of written work products include technical product documentation, training material, RFP responses, customer presentations, and developing templates.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including solid presentation skills and customer-facing experience.
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Proficient in collaborating in cross-functional teams with the ability to influence without authority in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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Availability to travel to international customer sites, and factories, and attend industry conferences as needed.
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Must be able to work with a geographically disbursed team.
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Organized and efficient, self-motivated. Thrives in an environment with minimal supervision.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise:*-
Min. 4+ years of product development experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering
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Applied knowledge of:
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Control Systems (PLC, motors, OPC programming, sensors, optical readers, UHF RFID & weigh scales)
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Mechatronic system control (drive systems, encoders, sensors, and vision systems)
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Mechanical Engineering and Design (SolidWorks & AutoCAD)
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Electrical Engineering and Design (power electronics & PCB’s)
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Differentiating skills include:
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Subject matter expertise with bag drop and/or baggage handling solutions in an airport environment
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PLC ladder logic & OPC programming experience
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Knowledge of Airport IT systems/technologies including Baggage/BHS/BRS, CUSS & CUPPS
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Knowledge of technical and commercial aspects of the Air Transport Industry is a plus
Working conditions:
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Combination of Office and Manufacturing floor environments
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Extended hours or weekends will be required for client site activities, meet deadlines and to attend business functions.
Travel Requirements:
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Ability to travel when necessary (20%)
Benefits:
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Business casual dress code
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Profit sharing
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Dental care
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Extended health care
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On-site parking
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RRSP
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Vision care
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday
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Weekend availability as needed.
Ability to commute/relocate:* -
Richmond Hill, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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Work from Office/In Person
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