Electronics Technologist

About Delta-Q Technologies

Delta-Q Technologies ( ) develops and supplies battery chargers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Delta-Q’s unique blend of engineering capability in high-efficiency power electronics and embedded software design delivers innovative battery charging solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. With over 4 million vehicles and industrial machines already using its products, Delta-Q’s innovation is enabling the widespread adoption of environmentally friendly electric drive systems. Delta-Q was founded in 1999 and is a privately held company located in Vancouver, Canada.

What We Value

Perseverance: We face challenges head-on, stay committed and finish what we start.

Innovation: We continually challenge the status quo, generate new ideas, and apply smarter solutions.

Collaboration: We work together, actively listen, speak openly, and support each other across teams.

Driving Results: We set clear goals, take ownership, and deliver with urgency.

We’re passionate about creating a sustainable business and contributing to a greener future for the world. We have a Vision to 'Charge The Future' and we mean it.

At the end of the day, it’s what keeps us going.

About ZAPI GROUP

Delta-Q is part of the ZAPI GROUP of companies ( ), a global leader in motion control, battery charging, and autonomous navigation software for electric and hybrid drive systems. As a full-solution supplier, the ZAPI GROUP can support every component OEMs need to design effective electric vehicles that meet cost goals and comply with tightening environmental standards.

Position Summary

The Electronics Technologist is a versatile team member who uses their mechanical and electronics skills and knowledge to build prototypes, accessories and test fixtures, conduct testing and troubleshooting, write test reports, and provide general mechanical and electrical support to engineering development teams.

Specific Duties

• Builds prototypes, sub-assemblies, and accessories
• Tests, debugs, and modifies circuit boards
• Conducts product, sub-assembly, and component level testing
• Consolidates data and writes test reports
• Tests and troubleshoots electrical circuits (analog and digital) to component level
• Builds and designs test fixtures and creates supporting documentation, which may include schematics, mechanical drawings, bill of materials
• Creates schematics from engineering drawings and design PCBs based on specifications
• Conducts failure analysis, evaluation, and repair of power electronic products
• Performs hand soldering/de-soldering (leaded/un-leaded) to various size PCB’s, components, micros and cable assemblies
• Conducts Hipot testing, leakage testing and ground bond testing on prototypes, test units and field trial units to ensure safety for the end user
• Safely works with AC and DC power and energy storage up 600 Vac and 1000 Vdc
• Takes thermal images with thermal camera, manipulates photos then uploads images to spreadsheets for analysis
• Welds thermocouple wire and applies them to test units for thermal measurements
• Sets up, programs, and runs product characterization and reliability tests with electronic test equipment in HALT and environmental test chambers
• Builds, maintains, plumbs, and operates water-glycol liquid cooling systems
• Loads software into prototypes, test-units and field-units
• Procures laboratory supplies and prototype components for current projects and team members
• Supports lab 5S program and performs general lab maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A post-secondary diploma in Electrical/Electronic technology coupled with a minimum five years relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
• Skilled in power electronics hardware, testing, and troubleshooting
• Solid electrical & electronic knowledge used in the analysis process
• Good troubleshooting and diagnostic methodology
• Good root cause analysis methodology
• Very proficient assembly and surface mount soldering & de-soldering skills
• Component level trouble shooting and rework
• Ability to read schematics and analyze electronic circuits
• Knowledge of digital and analog electronic circuits
• Mechanical aptitude and an ability to read mechanical drawings
• Experience with electronics test equipment and calibration requirements
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of Altium Designer software and design practices for PCBs
• Very proficient with thermocouple construction and proper thermocoupling techniques
• Consistently exhibit and model Delta‑Q values (Collaboration, Perseverance, Innovation, Driving Results).

Benefits

Base Salary: $72,000 - $82,000 per year plus bonus.

The compensation offered will be determined by experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills.

Additional Benefits

• Annual incentive (bonus) program
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with Sunlife Financial
• Paid time off including vacation plus 8 days of personal time per year
• $300 annual Health Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance programming with Inkblot Therapy/GreenShield
• In-house gym and showers
• Free employee parking
• EV charging stations
• Dog-friendly office