Product Investigations Engineer – Canada Vehicle Safety

KCM Technical; Windsor; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical services company is looking for a Product Investigations Engineer in Windsor, Canada. This hybrid role involves leading the development of responses to defect inquiries, ensuring compliance with vehicle safety regulations, and collaborating with internal and external teams. Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in vehicle safety or product development. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in cross-functional roles.
• Experience in Vehicle Safety and Product Development is an asset.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of responses to defect inquiries from Transport Canada.
• Work with internal teams and customers to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Interface with Transport Canada and cross-functional internal teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Knowledge of automotive systems

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

Description

This is a temporary 1 year long assignment. LOA Maternity leave - 12 months starting in Jan. 2026. Onsite/ Remote Hybrid - Hybrid (mostly remote).

The Product Investigations Engineer - Canada Vehicle Safety will lead and manage the development of responses to defect and compliance inquiries, primarily from Transport Canada. The engineer also works with other sources such as Customer Care, Technical Service and external third parties to identify emerging trends. The Engineer will work as needed with other Canadian team members to assist with campaign administration and product analysis, ensuring adherence to all regulatory and internal reporting obligations.

Position includes significant interface with external groups including Transport Canada, as well as internal cross-functional teams including Investigation teams, Product Development, Office of the General Counsel, Technical Service Operations, and Customer Care.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical Engineering, or other technical degree (i.e. biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, etc.) from an ABET accredited university.
• Minimum THREE (3) years of experience in cross-functional roles with increasing responsibility, experience in Vehicle Safety, Federal Regulations, Product Development, or Customer Experience is an asset.
• Must be able to handle multiple assignments and meet aggressive deadlines while maintaining zero tolerance for mistakes.
• Working knowledge of multiple automotive systems.
• Superior communication skills required with the ability to clearly communicate in written and verbal forms to internal and external agencies.
• Ability to breakdown complex issues.
• High level of accountability.
• Must have passion for excellence and drive to deliver in the face of obstacles and time constraints.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a combined ME and EE degree from ABET accredited university.

Additional Information

Must be able to handle multiple assignments and meet aggressive deadlines while maintaining zero tolerance for mistakes.

Working knowledge of multiple automotive systems.

Superior communication skills required with the ability to clearly communicate in written and verbal forms to internal and external agencies.

• Occasional travel to the US for meetings - (occasional meaning 1 to 2 times per month).
• IN person meetings may also be held at in Windsor.