Hardware Product Development Engineer

Hardware Product Development Engineer

Join us in Advancing the Environmental Global Impact within the Rail Industry

For the past 30 years, ZTR has designed, developed and released products that have a positive environmental impact within the Locomotive Industry. Planning for an environmentally sustainable future means taking action today in preparation for tomorrow. Everyone has a role to play and we take ours seriously.

ZTR offers a casual working environment and a group of friendly and talented industry leaders passionate about combating climate change. We encourage and support employees to find long-term success and explore opportunities that play into their strengths and passions. We value lateral moves as much as vertical promotions; we believe all roles should develop your skills, broaden your experience, and help you continue on a journey to build a rewarding career at ZTR.

What You’ll be Doing

Are you passionate about supporting a more sustainable future? Do you enjoy understanding the customer's needs and providing them with greener and more reliable solutions? Are you data-driven and results-oriented? Whether it’s getting answers for customers quickly, consulting on products with compassion or upselling solution for their issues with a smile, you’ll be the difference between customer experience being just average or an exceptional one.

As a Hardware Product Development Engineer, you will be part of a closely-knit Research and Development team within the organization that brings new products/ services to life. You will be responsible for working on ‘State of the art’ Locomotive technology by developing control strategies/algorithms for implementing the best industry approve design practices.

This is a great opportunity if you want to make your mark within an organization and help implement new standards and processes. We Need You!

For this role, hybrid work available; role is located at our headquarters in London, ON.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional diagrams, PLC Programs, schematic and PCB layout for hardware applications
• Perform necessary calculations and analysis for electronic circuit designs
• Select, evaluate electronic components and work directly with component suppliers on engineering level
• Conduct and support failure analysis at circuit and component level and prepare comprehensive reports
• Provide post production support
• Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of hardware system resources
• Works with software design and various cross functional teams

Who Are You?

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Computer or Mechatronics Engineering or relevant field
• 3 - 5 years with control systems engineering preferred
• Electrical schematic design, control algorithms
• Experience with PLC programming (Siemens PLC preferred)
• Familiarity in rail industry and systems integration preferred, although automation industry experience is a definite asset
• Excellent knowledge of available off-the-shelf power systems, sensors, electromechanical devices, digital and analog electronics
• Experience taking part in highly technical projects with proven success with respect to meeting schedule, budget and performance criteria
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Work effectively independently and in cross functional team environments
• Potential ability to travel up to 30%

Please apply even if you don’t qualify for all responsibilities or skills.

Why Choose ZTR?

ZTR is all about our people. That is why we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) within our organization. DEI is essential to our goal of creating a great place to work. We are committed to building a representative workforce and committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We are looking for flexible, compassionate and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast-paced working environment, and who are looking for long-term, meaningful employment in a career that makes a real difference.

At ZTR, we continuously promote a healthy balance between work, fun and family. This is a place where employees make a difference in our company and within our customers’ organizations. You will have the ability to direct your career path at ZTR as we are rapidly growing with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

ZTR Control Systems provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources. We will address information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants in confidence.

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