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Contract, Test Engineer. Our client manufactures Light Armoured Vehicles in their on-site production facility. Test Engineering works directly within Engineering to execute tests to validate internal and external customer design requirements. They are looking for a contractor who is a good communicator and problem solver who is willing to learn new things while working in a team environment.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in the setup and execution of component, sub-system and vehicle level tests Assist in the selection of appropriate instrumentation (transducers, data acquisition equipment, etc.) to satisfy test requirements
Assemble and prepare instrumentation wiring
Install and set up test instrumentation (transducers, wiring, data acquisition hardware, etc.) on test assets
Operate data acquisition hardware and software during testing
Manually record non-electronic data during testing
Enhance test data quality through proper setup of test instrumentation (grounding, guarding, & shielding techniques, cable routing techniques, instrumentation calibrations & checks, etc.)
Assist with test logs and files, etc. to support full and complete test documentation
Remove test instrumentation and equipment from unit under test upon completion of testing
Maintain instrumentation in working order
Clean and repair instrumentation upon completion of testing
Always conduct in-house and off-site testing activities safely in accordance with safe work practices
Help maintain instrumentation inventory and calibration records, etc.
Requirements:
University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines
Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
“Hands-on” experience in soldering techniques, cable and wire preparation, basic wiring and circuit techniques, small tool operation, etc.
Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.)
Able to read electrical/electronic schematic drawings
Some familiarity and experience with MS Word and Excel
Willing and able to work outdoors under less-than-ideal weather conditions and surroundings
Willing and able to work extended workdays including weekends when necessary
Valid driver’s permit
Nice to have:
Introductory knowledge of transducers and data acquisition equipment
Some knowledge and experience in test and measurements
Familiarity with photo and video editing software and techniques
Able to read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical engineering drawings
Demonstrated ability to manage and perform duties with minimal supervision
Basic knowledge of setup and operation of transducers (accelerometers, pressure transducers, flowmeters, thermocouples, RTDs, Load cells, strain gauges, LVDTs, etc.) and data acquisition equipment