Senior HMI Systems Architect

MacLean Engineering; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Comprehensive group benefits

Annual employee bonus

Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Group RRSP

Paid sick and family emergency time

Job summary

MacLean Engineering is seeking a Senior HMI Systems Architect to lead the architectural direction and evolution of HMI software for underground mining vehicle fleets. You will shape the technology roadmap, establish guidelines, and ensure scalable, reliable interfaces across battery electric, diesel, and autonomous equipment.

The role requires collaboration with software, systems, controls, automation, electrical, mechanical, and product teams, plus mentoring of engineers and guidance on product

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience developing embedded, industrial software systems.
• 5+ years designing software architecture for complex HMI.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering organizations.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English; Spanish and French handy.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the long-term architecture for HMI software across vehicle platforms.
• Develop a technology roadmap for future product capabilities and reuse.
• Establish architectural principles, design guidelines, and coding standards.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption with measurable value.
• Serve as the technical authority for HMI architecture and software design decisions.
• Provide mentorship to software developers through design reviews and coaching.
• Lead architectural reviews and participate in major technical decisions.

Skills

Embedded software

Leadership

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or computer science

P.Eng license or similar certification (asset)

Job description

At MacLean Engineering, we're not just building machines – we're pioneering innovations, that redefine industry standards. We are looking for a passionate engineering professional to join our Telematics, Automation & Controls divisionand help drive the next generation of intelligent mining vehicles.

The Position:

We are seeking an experienced Senior HMI Systems Architect to lead the technical architecture and long-term evolution of Human Machine Interface (HMI) software across our fleet of underground mining vehicles. In this new position as the senior individual contributor within the Interface Engineering team, you will define the architectural direction, technology roadmap, and engineering practices that enable scalable, modern, and highly reliable user interfaces for battery electric, diesel, and autonomous mining equipment.

This role requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, systems, controls, automation, electrical, mechanical, and product management. You will provide technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring that HMI solutions are intuitive, maintainable, reusable, and aligned with the company's long-term technology strategy.

The successful candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and strong communication skills to influence engineering decisions, mentor technical teams, and drive innovation across multiple product lines.

General Responsibilities and Duties

• Define and maintain the long-term architecture for HMI software across multiple vehicle platforms
• Develop a technology roadmap that supports future product capabilities, scalability, maintainability, and reuse
• Establish architectural principles, design guidelines, coding standards, and best practices
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where they provide measurable value
• Serve as the technical authority for HMI architecture and software design decisions
• Provide technical mentorship to software developers and engineers through design reviews, coaching, and knowledge sharing
• Lead architectural reviews and participate in major technical decisions

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and communication skills, leadership abilities, and problem-solving capabilities. They will demonstrate organizational skills, discipline, an aptitude for proactive learning, and a positive attitude. Additionally, they should meet the following qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience developing embedded, industrial software systems, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience with the job responsibilities and duties described above, mining or mobile vehicle specific experience is an asset
• 5+ years of experience designing software architecture for complex HMI
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering organizations
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns
• Experience developing scalable software frameworks and reusable software components
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages, primarily Spanish and French, is an asset
• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, UX Design or a related field
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license or similar certification an asset

About Us

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually.
• Comprehensive Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Paid sick and family emergency time

This is an onsite position 5 days per week working out one of our Ontario facilities.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At times, AI-assisted tools may be used as part of the application screening process.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.