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We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.\nMore Than a Job: A Mission\nJoin our team as a full-time E-Lab Technician and make an impact at our Whitby, ON location.\n\nYour Role, Your Impact\nAdvanced Soldering and Electronic Assembly SkillsDemonstrated experience in precision soldering techniques, including through-hole and surface mount technologies (SMT). Proven ability to perform circuit board rework and repairs, replace defective components, and manufacture, terminate, and test electrical cables and wiring harnesses to required industry standards. \n\nAbility to Read and Interpret Rail SchematicsCompetent in reading, interpreting, and utilizing electrical, electronic, and wiring schematics. Able to follow technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and maintenance documentation to diagnose faults and carry out repairs on rail vehicle subsystems. \n\nRail Locomotive and Passenger Coach Electrical ExperiencePractical experience working with electrical and electronic systems fitted to rail locomotives and passenger coaches. Familiarity with vehicle power distribution, control systems, communications equipment, auxiliary systems, and associated onboard electronics. \n\nBoard-Level Electronic Repair ExpertiseSkilled in component-level diagnostics and repair of printed circuit boards (PCBs), including the removal and replacement of surface mount components. Capable of using specialized tools and test equipment to restore electronic assemblies to full operational condition. \n\nStrong Commitment to QualityQuality-focused with a high level of attention to detail. Ensures all repair, rework, testing, and documentation activities are completed in accordance with company procedures, technical specifications, and relevant industry standards. \n\nIndependent Working CapabilitySelf-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. Capable of researching and utilizing both paper-based and digital technical information sources, manuals, drawings, and engineering documentation to support troubleshooting and repair activities. \n\nWhat You Bring\nElectro-Mechanical Repair ExperienceProven experience performing repairs on electro-mechanical assemblies and systems. Able to diagnose, service, and maintain components incorporating both electrical and mechanical elements, ensuring reliable system performance. \n\nFault Finding and Diagnostic SkillsStrong troubleshooting abilities with experience diagnosing faults on AC and DC electrical systems within rail, aerospace, automotive, or similar transportation environments. Proficient in the use of test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and insulation testers. \n\nComputer and Microsoft Office ProficiencyGood working knowledge of PC hardware and software environments, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Comfortable operating within Windows-based systems, with experience supporting and working across platforms ranging from Windows XP through Windows 11. \n\nSoldering skills essential. Must have experience with circuit board reworking, repairs, and cable manufacturing. \nRail Schematic Interpretation - Able to read and understand rail schematics. (desirable)\nRail Vehicle Electrical Experience - Rail locomotive and coach electrical experience. (desirable)\nBoard-Level Repairs - Surface mount component replacement and board-level electronic repairs. \nIndependent Research and Troubleshooting - Able to work alone with little instruction, using paper and digital-based information sources for subsystem information. \nElectro-Mechanical Repair - Electro-mechanical repair experience essential. \nAC/DC System Fault Finding - Experience with fault finding on AC and DC rail, aircraft, or vehicle systems. \nComputer Skills - PC/computer experience, able to use Microsoft Office Suite and possess a good working knowledge of Windows XP through Windows 11. \nPost-Failure Testing and Repairs - Conduct post-failure testing and repairs on rail vehicle mechanical, electrical, and electronic assemblies, including RVF/RVR contactors, door control systems, HVAC modules, smoke detectors, and other related components.\nHere, progress isn't always easy but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.\nCompensation\nThe expected compensation for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.\nUse of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring\nWe do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.\nInterview Process & Candidate Communication\nCandidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.\nImportant to note\nAs a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. 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