Test Engineer

About the position

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Test Engineer. This position reports to Test Engineering Manager and will work in Vancouver, BC.

Vancouver:

Dometic Marine’s headquarters are in Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. The facility develops and manufactures hydraulic, electronic, and combustion-based products.

As Test Engineer of the Vancouver team, you will be working in cross functional teams to develop and support electromechanical and hydraulic products that lead the recreational marine industry. You will be involved in the complete development cycle from concept to production. This position takes a hands-on approach to design and implement effective test methods and equipment, create reliable measurement systems, and perform test data and root-cause analysis.

General Responsibilities

• Design & implement improvements to product testing (equipment, processes, methods, analysis).
• Develop new product performance specifications and test methods.
• Develop and run V&V programs based on product DFMEA, industry standards, customer and internal requirements.
• Perform, selection, installation, and integration of sensors (pressure, force, strain gauges, displacement, etc.).
• Prepare and calibrate data acquisition equipment.
• Collect and correlate field data to lab tests and lab test data. Complete data analysis.
• Monitor and record multiple tests simultaneously.
• Prepare reports on the status of tests and analysis of results to the new product launch teams. Ensure data is trustworthy.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on tested units and test equipment.
• Assist in the design and implementation of multi-variable experiments.
• Complete additional job duties and assignments up to 15% of the time.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• Retirement Programs (RSP and Company Pension Plan)
• Paid Vacation
• Statutory Holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Tuition and Professional Designation dues assistance
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Company events
• Opportunities to make an impact

Skills & Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will bring demonstrated success in engineering environment. Additionally, they will have acquired the following qualifications and experiences:

Required

• University or Institute qualifications in Electro-Mechanical Engineering (A relevant combination of education and experience may also be considered).
• Ideally, but limited to, 4 years in a R&D environment in test or design capacities
  

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks.

• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.

• Professional demeanor whether in person, via email, or on the telephone.

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team.

• Must have real world experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and a respect for difference.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Strong statistical and mathematical analysis skills.

• Strong electro-mechanical aptitude

  • brushless DC motors

  • linear and rotary actuation technologies

  • embedded systems

• Familiarity with I2C, SPI, CAN-bus and network protocols
• Previous experience with data acquisition hardware and software and data analysis tools.
• Proficient with test equipment, accelerated testing, ladder logic, vibration testing and frequency domain analysis.
• Previous experience with Creo\Windchill or SolidWorks is an asset.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programs including: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams; and the ability to learn other applications quickly.
• Knowledgeable of governing standards regarding test procedures and equipment for ASTM, SAE, ISO and ABYC.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various materials and secondary coatings.
• Familiar with volume production processes including casting, extrusions, powder metal, injection molding, precision machining sheet metal fabrication, and welding.

Deliverables

• Develop comprehensive verification and validation plans for new product development.
• Implement effective and efficient test methods to verify and validate plans to ensure the test program is performed relative to the product launch schedule.
• Perform failure analysis and explain conclusions and recommendations to the Product Designers.
• Write thorough test reports, including complete data analysis.

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The salary for this position ranges from $94,000 CAD to $118,000 CAD per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. Here is Dometic Vancouver's Pay Transparency Report for 2025: Dometic Vancouver Pay Transparency Report.