Senior Control Systems Engineer

ZTR’s Railway Division presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate in the role of Senior Control Systems Engineer. Join our dedicated and collaborative applications engineering team, where you will be leading the development of application specific solutions, for railroad projects, on a global scale!

As the Senior Control Systems Engineer, you will:

• Lead the design, implementation and validation of circuits, enclosures, wiring, and operator interfaces for use in a harsh environment.
• Create instructions for installation and testing of applied products
• Select and validate suitable sensors, actuators and electronic components for system integration.
• Investigate and evaluate new control technologies and methodologies.
• Develop and implement new and innovative algorithms for mechanical and electrical system control.
• Design and implement engineering schematic designs and/or changes with respect to control systems hardware and software.
• Perform diagnostics software updates
• Perform on-site control system and locomotive commissioning at globally located rail yards
• Complete technical and project administration documentation using Visio, Excel, Word, etc.
• Provide technical and customer support for product applications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls or Electronics engineering
• 8+ years of control systems engineering experience 
• P.Eng Designation 
• Solid experience with electrical machines 
• Experience with PLC programming
• Experience in rail industry and systems integration preferred, although automation industry experience a definite asset
• Knowledge of physical, electrical and environmental design standards for locomotive applications
• Excellent knowledge of available off-the-shelf power systems, sensors, electromechanical devices, digital and analog electronics.
• Understanding of control algorithms and algorithm design practices.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication skills with the ability to work autonomously 

Why Work at ZTR? 

At ZTR, we are passionate about technology and innovation! ZTR continuously promotes a healthy balance between work, fun and family. This is a place for driven people to make a difference in our company and within our customers’ organizations. You will have the ability to direct your own career path at ZTR as we are rapidly growing with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

We live and breathe by our ZTR Golden Rules: 

• One team, one dream
• Embrace our differences
• Build relationships
• Customer success fuels our success

If these values resonate with you, apply today and become a member of the ZTR family!

ZTR Control Systems provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Candidates requiring accommodations during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at hr@ztr.com. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

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