Lab Technician

Description

Work Arrangement

• This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) on a full-time basis.

The Lab Technician will be responsible for working on test bench build, trouble shooting, wiring and harnesses.

• Build, assemble and repair the test bench hardware such as wiring harnesses, cables, and boards.
• Responsible for wiring needs - creating any necessary harnesses required for integrating different components together as well as extending/adding/fixing connections to existing harnesses.
• Provide electrical support to Product Engineering on a variety of bench build and assignments.
• Assist with the creation and testing of prototypes and making sure safety standards are being met.
• Manage lab inventory - keeping items in stock, assisting coworkers in obtaining parts required and guiding coworkers and recommending components for their needs
• Provide how to guidance for general lab tools (e.g. Solder stations, fume hoods, 3D Printing)
• Provide electrical consultation and support to the Apparatus Safety Committee
• Provide regular project status reports and complete as-built documents

Additional Description

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electronics hardware design, debug, and test in automotive, mobile, or other embedded system domains
• Ability to design and fabricate desk top chassis or enclosures to mount electronic bench testing components
• Solid knowledge of hardware and software integration
• Solid knowledge of hardware test and manufacturing process and tools
• Experience with hardware project management and procurement process
• Experience with electronics safety requirements
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, coordination skills, and interpersonal skills
• Possess a valid Ontario G license and able to operate test vehicles
• Automotive electronics knowledge desired but not required

Education

• College diploma/certification in electronic engineering technology or electrical engineering technology

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

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