Failure Analysis Specialist

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Reporting to the Technical Product Manager the Technical Lead will:

• Determine root cause of component failure through the Failure Analysis process
• Prepare technical reports supporting root cause determination
• Drive reliability initiatives through the review and analysis of component & piece part failure data
• Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other technical documentation that supports the OEM remanufacturing process
• Lead or participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve worker safety manufacturing efficiency quality and overall margins
• Observe and document component condition upon disassembly researching component history analyzing individual piece parts and relating this information to the function and operation of the components
• Preserve secure and store warranty parts to support analysis and warranty claims
• Preserve secure and store Watch Item parts for furtherance to Caterpillar
• Assume responsibility for the categorization of parts to determine where financial costing will reside
• Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with Production personnel and Customer Service personnel
• Continually work to identify daily working process issues related to the failure analysis process and drive improvements
• Perform all tasks in a safe manner including Floor Level Hazard Analysis (FLHA) safety observations other safety input

Qualifications:

• Preferred candidates will have an Engineering degree in a related discipline (Mechanical Materials Metallurgy)
• Registered as an E.I.T or (or eligible therefor) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
• Engineering Technologists (RET/CET) or Heavy Duty Mechanics will be considered on a per case basis
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to develop subject matter expertise as relates to Struts Cylinders and Hydraulic Systems
• Technical knowledge of Caterpillar equipment considered an asset
• Familiarity with Metallurgy principles fracture mechanics and coating processes such as chroming and High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) coating would be an asset
• Passion for root cause analysis with extremely high attention to detail and working to develop technical solutions/corrective actions
• Ability to effectively communicate findings in written or verbal form
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office environment (Word Excel)
• Ability to interact and clearly communicate with production personnel in order to document and preserve evidence of failures
• Candidate must be able to work safely within a team environment lead by example and contribute to overall company safety

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• Monday - Friday (5x2) potential shift requirements depending on department needs
• Applicants must apply with either an updated Professional Profile on Workday or attached resume to be considered for pre-screening
• Base salary $75000 per year based on experience as well as bonus eligibility and potential overtime pay
• Competitive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Employee Share Purchase plan (with employer matching components)

Company: OEM Remanufacturing

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