Product Tech Specialist / Suspension / Brake Specialist

Honda of Canada Mfg.; Alliston; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Ontario seeks a Product Tech Specialist to support the development and maturation of mechanical systems for new vehicle models. Ideal candidates should have strong automotive system knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems. This role offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits from day one. Join a team committed to engineering excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Team Achievement Bonus

Immediate Benefits

Paid Shutdowns

Qualifications

• Completion of a post‑secondary technical diploma or degree, or equivalent work experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, including VLOOKUP and PivotTables.

Responsibilities

• Support new model design activities to ensure quality and production readiness.
• Lead investigations into design and production issues.
• Conduct dynamic vehicle testing to verify design targets.
• Compile and analyze data to drive countermeasure activities.

Skills

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting complex mechanical problems

Quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills

Collaboration and communication skills

Education

Post-secondary technical diploma or degree

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Job Overview

Our Product Engineering (PE) team is seeking a Product Tech Specialist to join the Drive Group, specializing in Suspension and Brake systems. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development, testing, and maturation of mechanical systems for new vehicle models through Mass Production (MP).

Key responsibilities include leading investigations into problems, performing root cause analysis, developing and validating countermeasures, and conducting final testing. You will also recommend design changes, propose product improvements, and address in-house warranty concerns as they arise.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in automotive systems and components, supported by both education and hands-on experience, and will thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $82,948 - $91,243 annually
• Overtime Opportunities: Enjoy 1.5X after 8 hours and on Saturdays, and 2X pay on Sundays
• Team Achievement Bonus: Rewarded twice a year for your contributions
• Honda Associate Vehicle Program (HAVP): Convenient weekly payroll deductions include maintenance and insurance costs!
• Immediate Benefits: Medical and dental coverage from day one
• Paid Shutdowns: Plus, receive lieu days if you work during shutdowns

Work Schedule

• Day shift with available overtime and weekend work, and shutdown support

Key Responsibilities

• Support new model design activities and confirm design changes to ensure performance, quality, and production readiness
• Lead complex design investigations for both new model development and Mass Production issues.
• Analyze market warranty claims, implement containment actions, and develop effective countermeasures.
• Conduct dynamic vehicle testing to verify that design and quality targets are achieved.
• Act as a technical liaison between Honda of Canada Manufacturing (HCM), Honda Canada, and R&D organizations.
• Compile and analyze data, identify trends, and interpret vehicle problem information to drive countermeasure activities.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, test documentation, and presentations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Completion of a post‑secondary technical diploma or degree, or a minimum of three (3) years of equivalent, relevant work experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including use of advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, PivotTables, data management, and professional formatting.

Preferred Experience

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems using precision measurement tools (e.g., vernier calipers, bore gauges, microscopes, shadow graphs).
• Excellent organizational skills - with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Experience managing projects and assignments, including defining objectives, allocating resources, and determining effective technical approaches.
• Proficiency with CAD software for mechanical design, interpretation, and analysis (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Working knowledge of Quality Control tools, including Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting automotive mechanical and electrical systems, including high-voltage systems and vehicle communication networks, using appropriate hand tools and diagnostic software.
• Understanding of vehicle communication theory and related diagnostic and monitoring systems.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations and written reports.
• Familiarity with test equipment and software for NVH analysis, data acquisition, load cell measurement, torque analysis, and powertrain system evaluation.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and contribute to a team driven by engineering excellence, collaboration, and innovation.