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Applications Engineer - Project Management
@ Vishay Precision Group
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Vishay Precision Group (KELK Canada) is hiring an Application Engineer with project management skills for its Optical Products Group in the GTA. The role delivers customized optical and laser-based measurement systems from concept through installation and commissioning, with customer-facing field work and international travel. Full-time.
Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end customer project execution
- Configure optical and instrumentation systems
- Install, commission and service systems at customer sites
- Lead FAT and SAT with customer sign-off
- Provide technical training and support
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in electrical, electronics or mechatronics engineering preferred
- 3-7 years industrial experience including commissioning
- Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs and industrial protocols
- Strong project management and communication skills
- Valid G-class driver's licence
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Transit support |
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Vishay Precision Group
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As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Malvern, PA |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2010 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
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Description
KELK Canada (Vishay Precision Group) is a global leader in advanced force measurement and optical instrumentation, serving the metals industry for nearly 70 years. Our solutions are known for precision, reliability, and performance in demanding industrial environments.
We are seeking an Application Engineer with strong project management capability to support our Optical Products Group.
This role combines engineering, customer-facing field work, and cross-functional project coordination. You will be responsible for delivering customized optical and laser-based measurement systems, from concept through installation and commissioning.
This position is suited for an engineer who is comfortable working in industrial environments, engaging directly with customers, and managing multiple technical projects simultaneously. The role is based in the GTA, with international travel required.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end execution of customer projects, including scope definition, planning, coordination, and delivery
- Participate in order review meetings to confirm technical requirements and develop project work orders
- Develop installation drawing packages, including mechanical layouts, wiring diagrams, and system interconnections
- Configure and adapt optical and instrumentation systems to meet customer-specific applications
- Support system integration activities including setup, calibration, testing, and validation
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), including documentation and customer sign-off
- Install, commission, and service systems at customer sites globally
- Provide technical training and ongoing support to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to instrumentation, automation, and control systems in industrial environments
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and product teams to support design improvements and custom solutions
- Develop and document custom communication protocols and system interfaces
- Monitor project timelines, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple concurrent projects
- Maintain detailed project documentation, commissioning reports, and engineering change records (ECNs)
- Support continuous improvement through feedback on product performance and field experience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering preferred; relevant technologist or technician diploma with strong experience will be considered
- 3-7 years of experience in industrial environments (manufacturing, steel mills, automation, or similar), including commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Strong hands-on experience with industrial instrumentation, sensors, and automation systems
- Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, drives, encoders, and process control systems
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet TCP/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet)
- Familiarity with industrial networks, including managed switches, fiber optics, and network configuration
- Experience with SCADA systems, data acquisition tools, and industrial databases is an asset
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Practical experience with system integration, calibration, and validation processes
- Exposure to HMI systems, vision systems, lasers, and motion control (servo/stepper motors) preferred
- Proficiency with engineering and project tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Project, and ERP/PDM systems
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines and competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
- High attention to detail, with strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities
- Valid G-class driver’s license
- Ability to travel internationally as required
- Must be eligible to work in Canada
NICE to have:
- Professional designation or progress toward certification (P.Eng., EIT, OACETT, PMP)
- Experience working with large OEMs or suppliers in heavy industry environments
- Background in steel processing or similar high-temperature, continuous production environments
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Extended health and life insurance
- Extended vision and dental
- Company matching RRSP.
- Paid vacation
- Good team environment and great company culture
- On-site parking
- All PPE provided by company
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