Electronics Technologist - Failure Analysis

About Delta-Q Technologies:

Delta-Q Technologies (www.delta-q.com) develops and supplies battery chargers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Delta-Q's unique blend of engineering capability in high efficiency power electronics and embedded software design delivers innovative battery charging solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. With over 4 million vehicles and industrial machines already using its products, Delta-Q's innovation is enabling the widespread adoption of environmentally-friendly electric drive systems. Delta-Q was founded in 1999 and is a privately held company located in Vancouver, Canada.

What We Value:
 

• Perseverance: We don't give up when it's hard.
• Innovation: We improve our products and processes when it's a competitive advantage.
• Collaboration: We are one team. Respectful, open and honest.
• Driving Results: We are here to win. We work hard to deliver on our commitments.

Doing the Right Thing is the central philosophy at Delta-Q. Four simple words that sum up our values, and so much more about our company. It means doing the right thing for our employees, communities, and customers.

We're passionate about creating a sustainable business and contributing to a greener future for the world. We have a Vision to 'Charge The Future' and we mean it.

At the end of the day, it's what keeps us going.

About ZAPI GROUP:

Delta-Q is part of the ZAPI GROUP of companies (www.zapigroup.com), a global leader in motion control, battery charging and autonomous navigation software for electric and hybrid drive systems. As a full-solution supplier, the ZAPI GROUP can support every component OEMs need to design effective electric vehicles that meet cost goals and comply with tightening environmental standards.

Position Summary 

As an Electronics Failure Analysis Technologist, you will leverage your expertise to investigate and diagnose product field failures. Your role involves conducting thorough root-cause analyses, identifying underlying issues, and proposing effective solutions. You will tackle existing problems while also offering valuable insights for emerging issues. This is an excellent opportunity for a detailed oriented, tech-savvy candidate who will eventually lead the failure analysis function. 

Specific Duties
 

• Conducts failure analysis and evaluation of power electronics products.
• Tests and troubleshoots electrical circuits (analog and digital) to component level.
• Tests, debugs and modifies circuit boards.
• Analyzes and evaluates field failure units and customer returned units.
• Establishes trends and identifies possible root causes.
• Supports Engineering root cause analysis of field failure units and customer returned units.
• Supports tests and evaluations of prototype samples and provides the analysis reports to Engineering.
• Documents analyses, evaluations and test results in the ERP warranty system (SAGE) and master log (MS Excel).
• Maintains an inventory system to track and control RMA units.
• Provides basic MS Excel statistical reports of failure analysis.
• Supports 5S in the Product Analysis group.
• Coordinates and prioritizes the analysis of RMA units in coordination with OEM Support and Quality Engineering.
• Conducts the functional evaluation of units to support the final audits of units prior to shipping to customers.
• Coordinates the MRB meeting for the evaluation and disposal of the RMA units.
• Supports the 8D/PRR process by providing the data and trends of the RMA units received.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
 

• Relevant education in Electrical/Electronic Technology coupled with at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in using electrical test equipment, standard hand tools and soldering equipment.
• Ability to read electronic circuit schematics.
• Proficient in digital and analog electronic circuits.
• Strong understanding in troubleshooting, diagnostic and cause analysis methodology.
• Experience in component level troubleshooting and rework.
• Proficient in assembly and surface mount soldering & de-soldering skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with equipment calibration and maintenance practices.
• Advanced statistical skills to analyze data and create graphical reports.
• Strong understanding in IPC standards for electronics.
• Experience in ISO 9001 standards and requirements.

Additional Beneficial Experiences:
 

• Experience in specialized software Arena and ASI.
• Experience in the automotive industry.

Benefits

Base Salary: $68,400 - $84,400 CAD per year plus bonus.

The compensation offered will be determined by experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills.

Additional Benefits:
 

• Annual incentive (bonus) program
• 2% GRSP employer matching with Industrial Alliance (iA)
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with Sunlife Financial
• Paid time off including vacation plus 8 days of personal time
• $300 annual Health Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance programming with Inkblot Therapy/GreenShield
• In-house Gym
• EV charging stations
• Dog-friendly office