About the Position

Vehicle Systems Engineer

Waterloo, Ontario - Canada

Geotab® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.

Responsibilities

As a Vehicle Systems Engineer, your key areas of responsibility will include:

Investigating vehicle electrical, hardware, and communications systems.
Developing and documenting methods to collect vehicle data.
Resolving data quality issues that affect Geotab’s products.
Defining requirements for hardware and firmware teams.
Developing and modifying test software and firmware.
Investigating potential interactions between Geotab systems and vehicles.
Collaborating with Geotab’s hardware, firmware, and software teams.
Contributing to global engineering tools and processes.
Collaborating with OEMs on technical data and diagnostics support.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience with vehicle systems, sensors, actuators, control systems, diagnostics, and vehicle electrical or communications architecture.
1–3 years of experience with automotive diagnostic standards such as SAE J1939, SAE J1979, KWP2000, UDS (ISO 14229), or WWH-OBD (ISO 27145).
1–3 years of experience with vehicle communication physical layers such as CAN bus, K-Line/ISO 9141, VPW/PWM, or Single Wire CAN.
Experience using vehicle interfacing and analysis tools, automotive diagnostic scan tools, or vehicle development and calibration tools such as CANalyzer, CANape, or ETAS tools.
Experience diagnosing vehicle-related problems using conventional methods, such as probing connectors, building harnesses, and testing circuits.
Experience writing and debugging scripts, such as in Python or MATLAB, and working with SQL or Google BigQuery; strong programming fundamentals are required, with embedded C/C++ considered an asset.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

Embedded C/C++
CANalyzer
CANape
ETAS tools
Probing connectors
Building harnesses
Testing circuits

We Offer

Flex working arrangements
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

About the Company

Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet, and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety, and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently, and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram.

How We Work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs, and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools, and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms, and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!

We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training, and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at [email protected]. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use, and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Notice.

Salary

The annual base salary for this position is between $85,500 - $105,600 CAD. The actual base salary for this position depends on a variety of factors such as but not limited to skills, qualifications, education, and overall experience, including the location the applicant lives while performing the job. This also includes equity with other team members and alignment with local market data. All offers of employment are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work and the individual's ability to pass a background check.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Vehicle Systems Engineer

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