Mobile Controls Engineer

Parker Hannifin; Milton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Canada is seeking a Mobile Controls Engineer to support product development and applications for Snow & Ice markets. The role focuses on IQAN programming and hydraulic system design, reporting to the Engineering Supervisor from the Milton facility.

Four days in-person and one day remote work are expected. The successful candidate will bring 3–5+ years in mobile engineering, IQAN (Design/Run/Simulate), CAN/J1939, and C/C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years in engineering/applications for mobile equipment; IQAN and CAN/J1939 experience.
• Experience with IQAN Design/Run/Simulate and C/C++ or similar PLC languages.
• Experience with hydraulic control systems and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• IQAN Programming & Controls: Architecture, Configure, modify, deploy IQAN Design/Run/Simulate.
• Analyze, code, simulate, test, maintain IQAN programs and documentation.
• Collaborate with field team to optimize performance and address client concerns.
• Lead the control systems technical team and coordinate with cross-functional groups.
• Update HMI per standards and develop test plans to improve troubleshooting.

Skills

IQAN programming

CAN/J1939

C/C++

PLC programming

HMI development

Diagnostics

Documentation

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Project development

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Parker IQAN

Autodesk Inventor

CAN tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Mobile Controls Engineer will be responsible for both product development and application engineering, supporting Parker Canada’s Engineered Systems growth in Snow & Ice and related markets. Parker’s IQAN-based electronic systems offer compact electronic components for improved Snowplow Cab-Ergonomics coupled with our wide range of load sense hydraulic components. The Mobile Controls Engineer will be a qualified engineer with a passion for supporting our valuable customers, ensuring timely resolution to a variety of issues. The focus area will be IQAN Programming & Hydraulic System Design.

Position Summary

The Mobile Controls Engineer will be responsible for both product development and application engineering, supporting Parker Canada’s Engineered Systems growth in Snow & Ice and related markets. Parker’s IQAN-based electronic systems offer compact electronic components for improved Snowplow Cab-Ergonomics coupled with our wide range of load sense hydraulic components. The Mobile Controls Engineer will be a qualified engineer with a passion for supporting our valuable customers, ensuring timely resolution to a variety of issues. The focus area will be IQAN Programming & Hydraulic System Design.

The position will report directly to the Engineering Supervisor and will be based out of the Milton facility.

4 days in-person / 1 day remote

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Responsibilities

• IQAN Programming & Controls: Architecture, Configure, modify, deploy IQAN Design/Run/Simulate
• Analyze, code, simulate, test, maintain, and document IQAN programs.
• Collaborate with the field team to optimize performance and address client concerns
• Lead the control systems technical team
• Optimize new system development for controllability and reliability
• Update HMI in accordance with standards
• Develop test plans/logic to improve troubleshooting
• Develop logic to improve repeatability of the system hydraulic setup and tuning
• Design of Hydraulic and Electrical schematics/systems and wiring harnesses to meet customer requirements
• Hydraulics Integration: Set up and troubleshoot proportional/load-sensing circuits; select and verify component sizing; redline schematics.
• High collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations teams to resolve issues, align releases, and drive design improvements.
• Collaboration & Training: Partner with Engineering/Product teams to create concise service guides.
• Quality & Continuous Improvement: Support warranty evaluations, generate detailed service reports; track KPIs (response time, first-time fix); drive preventive/corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety practices as per corporate, client, and industry standards

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years in Engineering/applications for mobile equipment; IQAN (IQAN Design/Run/Simulate) and CAN/J1939.
• Experience in software development using Parker IQAN, C, C++, or similar PLC/logic-based programming languages
• Experience working with hydraulic control systems, instrumentation and process automation.

Skills

• Hands-on hydraulics (proportional control, load-sensing); adept with electro-hydraulic schematics.
• Diagnostic proficiency with meters, CAN tools, pressure/flow instruments; strong documentation and customer communication.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S+, and Kaizen is a plus
• Software programming (IQAN software suite, Codesys, C++, J1939 Canbus Communication)
• PLC programming with HMI system architecture
• Understanding of robotics, automation, sensors, engines, and hydraulic controls preferred.
• CAD: Autodesk Inventor an asset
• Must have demonstrated involvement in design & project development
• Must be familiar with databases and spreadsheet applications
• Must be self-motivated and able to independently research pertinent information
• Must have exceptional organizational skills and written and verbal communications skills
• Parker IQAN certification, preferred