Development Engineer, Electrics

Kalmar; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time‑off policy, including parental leaves

Meaningful development opportunities

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

Kalmar is seeking a Development Engineer, Electrics to perform engineering tasks related to New Product Development for Diesel and Electric powered Kalmar Terminal Tractors. This position offers opportunities to design subsystems and components as well as assist in various design tasks.

The role requires an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering and privileges experience with mobile equipment. Attractive compensation and a strong focus on employee development are part of the offering.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates and experienced engineers are encouraged to apply.
• Mobile equipment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical vehicle subsystems and components, including power distribution.
• Ensure components meet product demands and safety requirements.
• Coordinate component and system design between products.

Skills

Understanding of vehicle electrical system topologies

Working knowledge of CAN bus, including J1939 and UDS protocols

Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to mobile equipment

Strong aptitude for learning new software tools

Good communication skills

Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Education

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Development Engineer, Electrics

The Development Engineer, Electrics will perform engineering tasks related to New Product Development for both Diesel and Electric powered Kalmar Terminal Tractors globally based on customer needs, legislation, and internal requirements. The role also involves assisting in other design tasks when required.

Compensation

• Competitive Base Salary
• Eligible for Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Salary Review & Performance-based Merit Increase
• Competitive Benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical vehicle subsystems and components, including high‑voltage power distribution, low‑voltage power distribution, and electrical harness design.
• Ensure components and systems meet specified product demands, safety requirements, legislation requirements, and internal demands for Terminal Tractor products.
• Respond to service, production, and supplier issues.
• Plan and perform activities according to specified requirements and time schedule, including initiating and ordering testing for design verification and evaluation.
• Coordinate component and system design between Terminal Tractor products.
• Contribute to cooperation between Terminal Tractor RDE and Supply, including sourcing and assembly.
• Support prototype build troubleshooting and root cause analysis in designs.

What We Offer You

• Meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender‑neutral pay, and flexible working conditions.
• Generous time‑off policy, including vacation, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves.
• A safety‑focused workplace with a long heritage and an environment that empowers employees to speak and be heard.
• Purpose‑driven work that transforms global trade and supports sustainability through innovative digital technologies.
• Collaboration with a global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

• Recent graduates and experienced engineers are encouraged to apply.
• Mobile equipment experience is a plus.

Competencies

• Understanding of vehicle electrical system topologies.
• Working knowledge of CAN bus, including J1939 and UDS protocols.
• Theoretical and applied knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to mobile equipment (preferred).
• Strong aptitude for learning new software tools to complete responsibilities.
• Good communication skills.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to work closely with TT Engineering personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups worldwide.

Other Information

• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• Willingness to learn at a high level about product‑related software development.