Junior Manufacturing Specialist/Engineer, Assembly & Test

Position: Junior Manufacturing Specialist/Engineer, Assembly & Test Location: Burnaby, British Columbia

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 2300

# of Openings: 0

Ballard’s Manufacturing Assembly and Test Team has a position available for an Junior Manufacturing Engineer / Manufacturing Specialist at our Burnaby facility. This junior-level role will support stack and module assembly processes by assisting with production support, process documentation, data collection, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, detail-oriented early-career engineer or specialist who can work closely with Production, Quality, Product Development, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to help resolve production issues, improve process consistency, and support new product and process introductions. Exposure to Lean manufacturing, Work Instructions, root cause analysis, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, DOE, error proofing, and structured continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Support stack and module assembly processes, including process documentation, production readiness activities, training material updates, process controls, and continuous improvement tasks under guidance.

• Assist Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality teams with daily production support, issue tracking, data gathering, and follow-up actions for assigned assembly and test processes.

• Help troubleshoot new and existing manufacturing processes across stack, module, and related assembly operations using structured problem-solving methods such as 5-Why, Ishikawa, DMAIC, and 8D.

• Create, update, and maintain process documents such as Process Flows, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions, checklists, rework procedures, and validation records with review from senior team members.

• Support the design, sourcing, validation, and implementation of tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and test equipment used in stack and module assembly processes.

• Assist with capacity studies, line layout updates, material presentation improvements, and workflow observations for current and future assembly demand.
• Partner with Quality and Production to document non-conformances, support containment actions, and assist with corrective and preventive action implementation.
• Support new product introduction, engineering changes, pilot builds, and production ramp activities by helping assess manufacturability, process risks, and production readiness.
• Collect and review production data, quality metrics, and operator feedback to identify trends and recommend potential improvements.
• Support BOM verification, routing accuracy checks, standard work updates, equipment qualification activities, and documentation changes as required.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or a related engineering or technical discipline; equivalent practical experience may be considered.

• E1-level experience, typically demonstrated through internships, co-op terms, academic projects, technician experience, or early-career exposure to manufacturing, assembly, testing, or process improvement.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, production support, process engineering, quality, testing, or a related technical environment.
• Hands-on interest or experience with assembly processes, preferably including stack assembly, module assembly, leak testing, compression, bonding, fastening, inspection, or end-of-line test operations.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing process documentation such as Process Flows, Work Instructions, checklists, rework procedures, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and validation records.
• Ability to support production issue investigations by gathering data, documenting observations, and helping identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing, 5S, standard work, visual management, error proofing, SPC, MSA, DOE, and process capability analysis is preferred.
• Hands-on aptitude for troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, or electromechanical systems is an asset.
• Exposure to fixtures, tooling, gauges, production equipment, or CAD tools is preferred; Creo experience is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical information clearly and communicate effectively with operators, technicians, engineers, and leaders.

The typical hiring range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000.Ballard considers many factors in determining total compensation, including the successful Candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, position location, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual short-term and long-term bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

As a Ballard employee, we want you to feel valued and appreciated for your efforts. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package in addition to a performance-driven compensation philosophy. From bonuses to benefits, our people work hard, and we believe they should be rewarded for it. We care about career growth and development. We believe in work-life balance with tons of flexibility and rewarding benefits.
Extended health and dental benefits and employee assistance program
Paid time off
Retirement plan matching
Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes
Extensive learning opportunities, catalogue of development course offerings
People networks and mentorship programs (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have specific eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Our Values
Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellence | Row Together | Own It

Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.