Assistant Design Engineer Jobs in London, ON (NOW HIRING)

Who will you be working with?Bach-Simpson is the lead Event Recorder OEM in the North American Transit market. It designs, develops, and maintains various electronic equipment for trains. The monitoring team in this division is responsible for the Bach-Simpson monitoring products and projects.How will you make a difference? As a member of the software team in Bach-Simpson, you will report to the Software Manager. You will be responsible for maintaining existing and architecting and implementing new software solutions across a range of technologies including embedded Linux and PC software.What do we want to know about you? The following are the required qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field
• Minimum 5 years professional experience with the C programming language
• Demonstrable passion for programming (pet projects, contributions to open-source software, etc.)
• Experience with embedded systems and bare metal programming
• Ability to see “the bigger picture”; suggest and implement process improvements
• Willingness to embrace AI for more efficient workflows
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) clearly and accurately in English
• Efficient self-motivator with a proven ability to prioritize multiple streams of work and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required
• International travel, including to the United States

What will your typical day look like? The following are essential responsibilities for this role:

• Participating in daily stand-up meetings with the team
• Analyzing technical requirements
• Designing software to implement formal requirements
• Implementing software designs
• Debug, root cause, and correct software defects
• Creation and maintenance of formal software design documentation
• Assist other groups with understanding product behavior
• Work with product management to respond to customer comments

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Ability to lift, carry, and move test hardware and equipment up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work at a lab bench performing hands-on testing, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to connect and interact with small components, cables, and test fixtures.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods depending on testing needs.
• Ability to visually inspect hardware devices and test systems.
• Ability to work in an electronics lab environment following ESD and safety protocols.
• Ability to use hand tools (e.g., screwdrivers) for assembling and maintaining test setups.
• Ability to connect disconnect various connectors on a daily basis as testing needs.
• Have manual dexterity to be able to work with various hardware for testing purposes.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $65,900-$87,300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Wabtec offers a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, health, dental, and retirement Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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