Mechanical Failure Analysis Specialist Small Components & Undercarriage

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Job Description:

• Through the Failure Analysis process determine root cause of component failure
• Prepare technical reports supporting root cause determination
• Identify and report part and product problems to Caterpillar through the OEM technical report process that then may initiate product improvement efforts. This is carried out by; observing and documenting with digital photos and written text 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 failure related 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 Customer Service and Safety personnel
• Continually work to identify improvements for daily working issues related to the failure analysis process
• When required assist in the development of technical documentation that supports the OEM remanufacturing processes
• Carry out the OEM portion of product tests as instructed and secure test iron for analysis from completed tests
• Perform all tasks in a safe manner including submitting safety observations and other safety input

Qualifications:

• Preferred candidates will have an Engineering degree in a related discipline (mechanical materials metallurgical reliability)
• Registered as an EIT or with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) is an asset
• Mechanical Engineering Technologists (RET/CET) or Heavy Duty Mechanics will be considered on a per case basis
• The ability to work safely within a team environment lead by example and to contribute to overall company safety
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong root cause analysis skills and extremely high level of attention to detail
• The ability to effectively communicate technical findings both written and verbally
• Above average photography skills and ability to work with DSLR cameras
• Ability to interact and clearly communicate with production personnel in order to document and preserve evidence of failure
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office environment. (Word Excel)
• Technical knowledge of Caterpillar equipment considered an asset

Note:

• This position is targeting a Monday Thursday (4PM to 2:30AM) evening shift but would flex depending on business needs
• Base salary $75000 per year based on experience as well as bonus eligibility
• Paid overtime and shift premiums available on top of salary as well
• Competitive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Employee Share Purchase plan (with employer matching components)

At Finning we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do notdiscriminate against applicants based on gender identity race national and ethnic origin religion age sexual orientation marital and family status and/or mental or physical Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process please inform your recruiter.