Mechanical Engineering
Geotab
Other Engineering
Oakville, ON, Canada
Posted on Oct 25, 2024
Who we are
Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.
Who you are:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring designs are electrically sound and that all product engineering requirements are met. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!
What you'll do:
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supporting Automotive and Production Team initiatives through interactions with manufacturers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, working on mechanical requirements such as tooling and harness specifications. This position is also responsible for managing engineering documentation and drawings and ensuring updated revision control is maintained through hands-on, in-house and in-field testing.
How you'll make an impact
- Create and maintain harness and cable schematics and other mechanical drawings per engineering requirements and in coordination with QA teams.
- Work with other engineers and specialists to define objectives.
- Ensure all testing and compliance criteria is specified on drawings.
- Build engineering prototypes according to specifications.
- Maintain document control and revision history (internal and external).
- Review suggested alternate connectors/parts and supplier drawings for compliance with requirements.
- Review First Article (FA) samples for compliance to approved specifications.
- Sign-off on incoming batch samples from shipping.
- Perform Stack-up/tolerance analysis and review on various products and ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Manage in-field testing of products in-house, customer or pilot locations.
- Participate in regular meetings with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Assist production teams with Jig tooling and design.
What you'll bring to the role
- Bachelors in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
- 3-5 years experience in mechanical design engineering.
- Expert knowledge in CAD/CAE modelling (e.g. SolidWorks and add-ins).
- Experience in all areas of design, prototyping, testing and qualification.
- Hands-on experience working with various mold tool designs (e.g. insert molding and overmolding).
- Ability to create, read and interpret 2D/3D modelling.
- Engineering document control experience to ensure compliance and consistency of documentation throughout the process.
- Knowledge of Compliance guidelines for harness designs and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) sign-offs.
- High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.
- A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
Why job seekers choose Geotab
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program
*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only
How we work
At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.