Bilingual Electrical Technician Railway, Freight Cars and Locomotive
Bilingual Electrical Technician Railway, Freight Cars and Locomotive
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Job Description
Location: Laval QC
Salary: $100k-$105k/yr
Type: Full-time on site
Our client is an ambitious Quebec-based company with years of experience. They specialize in the repair conversion and refurbishment of all types of railway rolling stock
Must have experience in Railway (freight cars and locomotives). Must be Bilingual with Both French and English
The Electrical Technician is responsible for diagnosing repairing and optimizing the electrical systems of locomotives including traction motors generators and control systems. The individual will work closely with mechanical teams clients and suppliers while also contributing to the development of team skills. The role requires a strong understanding of complex electrical systems advanced analytical capabilities and a high level of precision and safety awareness.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise in trouble shooting electrical issues with locomotives including malfunctions in traction motors generators control systems and other electrical components.
- Identify problematic systems/parts to ascertain performance failures using diagnostic and faultfinding techniques.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers specifications.
- Assist in the development of modifications and equipment testing.
- Interface with client and supplier technical staff to identify technical reliability solutions.
- Work with mechanical teams to address system integrations and performance enhancements.
- Write technical reports intervention reports and maintain technical documentation.
- Work with evaluate and participate with the training necessary to develop the workforce to be a safe/efficient & skilled team.
- Provide the necessary coaching mentoring and hands on training
- Participate in training programs to stay current with technological advancements in locomotive electrical systems.
Required Qualifications:
- DEC in Electrical Engineering Technology or relevant experience
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar position
- Ability to read with accuracy diesel engine manuals locomotive schematics service bulletins maintenance instructions and other craft related documentation.
- Ability to read and understand FRA and company rules specifications and guidelines.
- Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office AutoCAD
- Good organizational skills autonomy attention to detail and rigor
- Ability to work under pressure and good priority management
- Attention to detail precision analytical skills autonomy and good interpersonal skills
- Excellent command of French and English both spoken and written.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
