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Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a deep understanding of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and environmental qualification testing? We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Hardware Qualification Engineer to lead critical certification and verification activities for our next-generation products. This role is essential to ensuring our electronic devices meet stringent global industry standards for performance and reliability in harsh operating environments. This exciting role is a 4-6 month contract to start, at our client's location in Scarborough, there is a strong opportunity for extension or to become permanent in this role at the end of the contract duration.
Job Responsibility:
Leading the hardware qualification, certification, and verification activities for new and revised products from planning through to customer acceptance
Conducting in-depth Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) tests on electronic devices according to industry standards (e.g., EN 61000 series, EN 50121 series, FCC, AREMA, MIL standards)
Performing environmental qualification tests (e.g., temperature, humidity, shock & vibration) on signaling electronic devices as per standards like EN 50125 and EN 50155
Participating in troubleshooting EMC-related issues and providing technical data and measurements to the design team
Preparing and driving comprehensive project documentation to customer acceptance, including the EMC Control Plan, EMC Compatibility Study, EMC Hazard Analysis, and EMC Test Report
Preparing hardware environmental qualification plans and reports, understanding the impact of requirements, and providing feedback on different technical approaches
Leading and managing subcontractors for specific on-site EMC measurements
Participating in ISA committee audits related to EMC and environmental requirements
Mentoring and developing junior team members within the department
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of diplomas and work experience
6 to 10+ years of professional experience in hardware qualification or testing
Excellent knowledge of core EMC concepts, including Cabling, Grounding techniques, and Surge Protection
Demonstrated familiarity with railway (or similar industry) EMC and environmental standards
Proficiency in operating hardware test equipment and simulators used in the qualification process
Professional verbal and effective writing skills
High degree of professionalism, strong ability to follow directions, use sound judgment, and keep meticulous track of all assigned tasks
Nice to have:
6 to 10+ years of experience specifically within the Signalling industry
In-depth knowledge of EMC principles impacting the emission and immunity performance of electronic circuits
Proficiency in performing EMC analysis to assess proposed design changes and build similarity cases
Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Polarion, and the requirement verification process per CENELEC standards
Knowledgeable in radio certification requirements and processes (FCC, Industry Canada, ETSI) and the CE certification process
Familiarity with fire, smoke, and toxicity standards (e.g., EN 45545, NFPA 130)
Professional Engineer's License (P.Eng.)
What we offer:
Impactful Work: Lead the qualification process for cutting-edge electronic devices used in safety-critical railway signaling systems
Technical Leadership: Be the in-house expert on EMC and environmental standards, influencing design and compliance strategies
Professional Development: Opportunities to develop junior team members and participate in high-level ISA committee audits
Global Exposure: Work with international standards and lead engagements with external subcontractors and customers for acceptance