Lab Technician

Job Description

Work Arrangement
 

• This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) on a full-time basis.

The Lab Technician will be responsible for working on test bench build, trouble shooting, wiring and harnesses.
 

• Build, assemble and repair the test bench hardware such as wiring harnesses, cables, and boards.
• Responsible for wiring needs - creating any necessary harnesses required for integrating different components together as well as extending/adding/fixing connections to existing harnesses.
• Provide electrical support to Product Engineering on a variety of bench build and assignments.
• Assist with the creation and testing of prototypes and making sure safety standards are being met.
• Manage lab inventory - keeping items in stock, assisting coworkers in obtaining parts required and guiding coworkers and recommending components for their needs
• Provide how to guidance for general lab tools (e.g. Solder stations, fume hoods, 3D Printing)
• Provide electrical consultation and support to the Apparatus Safety Committee
• Provide regular project status reports and complete as-built documents

Additional Job Description

 

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electronics hardware design, debug, and test in automotive, mobile, or other embedded system domains
• Ability to design and fabricate desk top chassis or enclosures to mount electronic bench testing components
• Solid knowledge of hardware and software integration
• Solid knowledge of hardware test and manufacturing process and tools
• Experience with hardware project management and procurement process
• Experience with electronics safety requirements
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, coordination skills, and interpersonal skills
• Possess a valid Ontario G license and able to operate test vehicles
• Automotive electronics knowledge desired but not required

Education
 

• College diploma/certification in electronic engineering technology or electrical engineering technology

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
 

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

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Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.