What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Engineer / Applied Scientist – Stack Hardware Engineering position at Ballard Power Systems Inc.?
Applied Scientist / Engineer – Stack Hardware Engineering
The Ballard team in Burnaby, BC is searching for an Engineer/Applied Scientist – Stack Hardware Engineering (E2). As a Stack Hardware Engineer/Applied Scientist, you will be working directly on fuel cell core technology, surrounded by world-class experts. If you are a highly motivated individual who enjoys the challenge of a fast-paced environment and the satisfaction of taking an idea from concept into production, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
• Develop designs for structural hardware components in PEM fuel cell stacks based on requirements cascaded from product specifications
• Perform preliminary structural, thermal, fluid flow analysis and trade off studies on fuel cell stack hardware components
• Build ex-situ and in-situ tools for conducting experiments to validate design concepts
• Participate in the entire product lifecycle from concept to production including engineering design reviews
• Collaborate with members of Ballard’s Modeling, Stack and Systems Engineering Groups to develop designs that meet unit cell and system requirements
• Work with Quality and Test Engineering departments to qualify new fuel cell hardware components
Qualifications:
• B.Sc degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering
• 2-3 years of experience in relevant industry
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and capability for critical thinking
• Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and listening skills
• Ability to work in a multi-functional team environment
• Familiarity with design tools such as DFMEA and RCL/RDM
• Comfortable with drawing standards, including GD&T
• Ability to interpret test data and compare against design objectives
Assets:
• Experience with high volume mechanical part design (e.g. injection molding, casting, stamping, etc.)
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods (is/is-not, fishbone, shanin, etc.)
• Experience in motive applications such as bus, train, automotive or marine
• Understanding of fuel cell physics and design
The typical hiring range for this position is $75,000 – 93,840. Ballard considers many factors in determining total compensation, including the successful Candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, position location, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual short-term and long-term bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
As a Ballard employee, we want you to feel valued and appreciated for your efforts. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package in addition to a performance-driven compensation philosophy. From bonuses to benefits, our people work hard, and we believe they should be rewarded for it. We care about career growth and development. We believe in work-life balance with tons of flexibility and rewarding benefits.
Extended health and dental benefits and employee assistance program
Paid time off
Retirement plan matching
Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes
Extensive learning opportunities, catalogue of development course offerings
People networks and mentorship programs (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have specific eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Our Values
Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellence | Row Together | Own It
Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Salary : $75,000 - $93,840
