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Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)The Hardware Component Specialist (HCS) position is responsible for sustaining component engineering governance, processes, tools and activities at the SRS Canada level. The CE domain includes Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical (EEE) components, mechanical components, and computer & networking equipment. These components are used in SRS railway signaling equipment for both product and customer specific applications. The Hardware Component Specialist must demonstrate and utilize technical skills that include all aspects of component research, understand product development, production, and aftermarket support requirements in order to help the hardware designer select appropriate components that meet the technical requirements, minimize component costs, second source availability, while minimizing risk associated with component obsolescence management. Tasks will include development of component requirements, parts selection, and alternate parts analysis, address obsolescence issues, environmental considerations, and work closely with Hardware Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Contract Manufacturers.
Key Accountabilities
Vet new part requests for life cycle, market availability, cost effectiveness, quality, reliability, environment compliance and Railway applicability
Encourage standardization by finding and recommending reuse of existing parts on new projects
Investigate multiple sourcing options
Recommend Preferred Manufacturer List (PML) parts on new designs
Identify and flag long-term problem parts
Verify components meet company product HSE requirements such as RoHS and REACh
Components database maintenance including verification of new component data entry
Generate and oversee document and datasheet preparation including non-standard part approvals
Provide inventory reduction support through consolidation of duplicate parts and participating in periodic inventory reviews
Participate in preliminary and production BOM reviews
Support as needed the coordination of component failure investigations with Manufacturers and Design Engineering
Address and resolve component related questions from Contract Manufacturers
Student intern training and mentoring
Support as needed component obsolescence management activities such as identification and implementation of substitute FFF components, raise Engineering Change Requests to advise projects of obsolescence when non-FFF’s components can be identified
Key Requirements
Technical competence in Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical (EEE) parts is required
Must have a demonstrated understanding of Form/Fit/Function (FFF) equivalence as it relates to multiple-source component integrity vs. application acceptability
Ability to assess and recommend mechanical components or willingness to learn basic mechanical engineering
Computer and networking equipment familiarity is a plus to support obsolescence management of COTS
Current knowledge of RoHS, REACh, and an awareness of other international environmental standards and regulations related to electronic components and assemblies is a must
Good communication skills, both written and oral, is a must
Confident in defending technical arguments
Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel is a minimum
Experience with 3rd party component databases, such as IHS, is a plus
SAP experience is a plus
Familiarity with PLM systems like Windchill is a plus
Bachelor’s degree, Technical degree, or equivalent, in Electrical Engineering
Or Electronics Technologist degree or equivalent as a minimum
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a High Reliability environment as a Component Engineer or Electronic Hardware Designer
Total Compensation Range (Base Salary + Annual Incentive plan) : $73,480 - $94,205
The Company provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
Health, Dental and Vision plans - 100% of premiums are company-paid
Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period
Company paid holidays - 3 weeks of vacation, Holiday closure, personal emergency leave days and sick days
Maternity/Parental/Adoption top up pay
Annual Incentive plan
Company provided Life Insurance, STD and Employee Assistance Plan
This posting relates to an existing vacancy.
Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
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