Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.
Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.
Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.
We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.
Job Title: Test Engineer
Position Status: Permanent, Full Time
Department: Technology and Product Engineering
Supervision Received: Manager, Test Engineering
Supervision Exercised: N/A
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Date Posted: June 21, 2024
Application Deadline: July 5, 2024
A. Testing Tasks 50%
B. Prototyping and Failure Analysis 20%
C. Design and CAD 20%
D. Other Duties as Assigned 10%
Total 100%
We are seeking a Test Engineer. Reporting to the Test Engineering Manager, the Test Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing tests to assess the quality and functionality of the solar PV cells and modules. The Test Engineer is expected to exercise a high level of confidentiality on company information, provide leadership and guidance to engineering technicians, and observe safety & 5S practices. Travel to other Heliene facilities as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Definition of scope and objectives of the testing activities, development of test plans and strategies, generation of test protocols relating to solar PV cells and modules and develop steps for their execution
- Generate risk analysis, work instructions, and test procedures
- Generate detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured presentations and reports to engineering and management team
- Failure analysis of solar PV modules
- Conduct data analysis from tests of prototypes/samples and current products
- Identify potential risks and provide mitigation strategies
- Perform finite element modelling and analysis
- Generate engineering drawings
- Supervise engineering technicians
- Ensure that the test environment is well maintained and compliance to industry’s safety standards
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field. Five years’ experience in high volume manufacturing or testing laboratory setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required.
- Experience in the solar industry is considered an asset
- Hands-on experience of using testing tools and equipment’s
- Deep knowledge of solar PV test standards (e.g. UL, IEC)
- Advanced knowledge on testing techniques
- Extensive background on failure analysis
- Excellent attention to details
- Great problem-solving skills for determining solutions when issues arise
- Strong presentation and communication skills, capable of working well with cross functional teams, and can interface effectively with all levels of the organization
- Capable of planning, organizing, prioritizing, and controlling multiple simultaneous projects
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Hands-on experience on 3D modelling, drawing generation, finite element modelling and analysis using computer aided design software like Solidworks, Autodesk Fusion, Ansys, etc.
- Understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensioning
- In-depth knowledge of specialized software, such as JMP, and MATHLAB
Salary Range: $75,000 to $100,000 Annually
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 5, 2024.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Positions are open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and those qualified to work in Canada. Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Heliene throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process for applicants with disabilities.
