Electrical Technologist

Ballard has an opening for an Electrical Technologist to join the Systems Engineering Team. The successful candidate will work well with existing engineering staff, is capable of independent work, and will contribute to the development of Ballard’s fuel cell system products.

Responsibilities:

Prototyping, Re-Work, and repair of Cable and Harness assemblies

Prototyping, Repair, and rework of electronic circuit boards

Verification of wire harnessing through analysis and testing

Verification of electronic circuits and assemblies through analysis and testing

Failure analysis of electrical and electronic assemblies and harnessing

Support the design, packaging, and verification of electrical systems

Select and source electrical components (wires; connectors; pin; seals; heat shrink; etc.)

Troubleshooting/resolution of existing electrical components and systems

Assist in preparation of technical documents, including test procedures, test reports, design specifications, and component/system design requirements

Prepare and/or review technical documents

 Requirements:

Must have a technical diploma or engineering degree from an Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics program

Must have at least 4 years experience in an electrical technology field

Experience with low voltage and high voltage DC systems

Experience with Circuit board design and electronic assembly

Knowledge of electrical connections and their characteristics, applications, and limitations

Knowledge of conductor sizing and ampacity calculations

Ability to crimp automotive-style connectors

Troubleshooting skills with DMM and oscilloscope

Electrical prototyping skills required including bread-boarding, soldering, Basic skills with mechanical tools such as drills, grinders, wrenches

Demonstrated capability for critical thinking

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Strong oral and written communication skills and good listening skills

Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment

Additional Consideration:

Experience with Altium PCB Design Software

Knowledge of fuel cell technology

Experience in automotive or mobile equipment wire harnessing

Experience working in a Cable or wire harness assembly company

Experience with EPlan, AutoCAD, or similar drafting software

Experience with instrumentation including pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices

Knowledge of the IPC wire harness standards such as IPC-620

Knowledge of the IPC Electronic Manufacturing standards such as IPC-610

Our Values: Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellent | Row Together | Own It

​​​​​​​Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

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