Quality Systems & Compliance Engineer / Technologist

Position Summary:

Blendtech is seeking a technically minded Engineer, Engineering Intern (EIT), Engineering Technologist or Technician to support and develop our company-wide quality, compliance and document control systems.

This is not intended to be a traditional inspection-only QA/QC position. The successful candidate will work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Operations and Project Execution to help ensure our products, fabrication activities, procedures and documentation meet applicable technical, regulatory and customer requirements.

The position will initially have significant responsibility for Quality Assurance, Quality Control, product certifications and regulatory compliance. As the individual develops knowledge of our products and operations, there will be opportunities to take on broader technical, engineering, project and operational responsibilities within the company.

The role will work closely with experienced technical personnel during the transition and development of our integrated quality program.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain and continuously improve the company's Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems.

Help integrate the company's various quality and compliance programs into a coordinated company-wide system, including:

• Product certifications and approvals
• TSSA and ASME B31.3 fabrication requirements
• Manufacturing quality procedures
• Inspection and testing requirements
• Safety-related procedures and documentation
• Document control and records management
• Corrective action and continuous improvement processes

Support and gradually assume responsibility for product certification and approval programs, including applicable:

• CSA
• UL
• UKCA
• ATEX
• IECEx
• IECEE / CB Scheme requirements
• Support TSSA-registered fabrication activities and compliance with applicable piping codes, particularly ASME B31.3.
• Coordinate inspection and quality documentation associated with fabricated equipment, electrical assemblies, instrumentation systems and packaged process equipment.
• Develop and maintain procedures, work instructions, inspection forms, checklists, quality records and technical documentation.
• Assist in developing and administering a structured document control system for engineering, manufacturing, quality and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate non-conformance reporting, root cause investigations, corrective actions and preventive actions.
• Administer and improve the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process and use field and warranty information to identify opportunities for product and process improvement.
• Participate in internal and external audits and certification inspections.
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Field Operations and Project Management to resolve technical and quality-related issues.
• Review supplier documentation and support supplier quality activities where required.
• Monitor recurring quality issues and recommend practical improvements to designs, manufacturing processes and company procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives affecting engineering, manufacturing and project execution.

Required Qualifications:

Diploma or degree in one of the following, or a related technical discipline:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Industrial or Manufacturing Technology

Suitable candidates may include:

• Professional Engineers
• Engineers in Training
• Engineering Technologists
• Engineering Technicians
• Recent graduates with relevant industrial or manufacturing experience
• Strong technical aptitude and an interest in understanding how industrial equipment is designed, manufactured, tested and installed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, standards and procedures.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear technical procedures and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability and willingness to work directly with Engineering, shop personnel, tradespeople, inspectors, certification bodies and customers.

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following would be considered an asset but is not required in every area:

• Industrial electrical equipment or control panels
• Mechanical or process equipment fabrication
• Instrumentation and process control
• Packaged equipment or skid fabrication
• CSA or UL certification programs
• Hazardous-location equipment
• ATEX or IECEx certification
• TSSA-regulated fabrication
• ASME B31.3 process piping
• ISO 9001 or other Quality Management Systems
• Inspection and Test Plans
• Non-Conformance Reports and corrective action systems
• Root cause analysis
• Document control systems
• Internal auditing
• Manufacturing or fabrication environments

Key Competencies:

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Technical curiosity
• Attention to detail
• Sound judgment
• Strong organization
• Practical problem solving
• Technical writing ability
• Initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to work across departments
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar standards and regulatory requirements
• Ability to balance compliance requirements with practical manufacturing and operational considerations

Career Development:

This position provides exposure to a broad range of Blendtech's technical and operational activities, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Certification, Process Equipment, Electrical and Controls, Field Operations and Project Execution.

The role is intended for an individual who wants to develop a strong understanding of how an industrial engineering and manufacturing company operates. As the successful candidate gains experience and demonstrates capability, opportunities may develop in areas such as Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Technical Management or Quality and Compliance leadership.

What do we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Exposure to both electrical and mechanical industrial systems
• Hands-on involvement with engineered products and fabrication
• Professional development and technical training
• Opportunities for increasing technical and operational responsibility
• A collaborative environment involving Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction and Field Operations

PT Industrial Electric Co. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

PT Industrial Electric Co. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada. You must have legal authorization to work in Canada, and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process may be required.