Vishay Precision Group

Applications Engineer - Project Management

Vishay Precision Group • $75K — $95K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant diploma with experience required.
  • Project Management Certification is a plus.
  • PEng., E.I.T. or similar designation is an asset.
  • 5-10 years of experience in control, automation, and electromechanical systems preferable.
  • Mechanical, Optical, and Electrical aptitude is essential.
  • Familiarity with Project Management and Scheduling Systems like MS Project is needed.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks required.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in order review meetings to confirm scope of supply.
  • Create installation drawing packages and conduct market research.
  • Document custom features and plan project work.
  • Monitor project progress and ensure equipment testing.
  • Configure VPG KELK products to meet project requirements.
  • Provide technical training and assistance to Sales and customers.
  • Maintain product test facilities; install and service equipment on-site.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Extended health and life insurance offered.
  • Vision and dental coverage included.
  • Company matching RRSP available.
  • Paid vacation provided.
  • Team-oriented environment with strong company culture.
  • On-site parking and all required PPE provided.
Full Job Description
Description

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

MUST have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering preferred; relevant technologist or technician diploma with strong experience will be considered
  • 5-10 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

About Vishay Precision Group

Vishay Precision Group, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of sensors, transducers, and measurement systems for a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, and medical. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Vishay Precision Group's products include strain gages, load cells, and transducers, which are used to measure force, weight, and pressure. The company also provides custom measurement solutions and calibration services. Vishay Precision Group operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia and serves customers in more than 50 countries.
Learn more about Vishay Precision Group
Size
2,600 employees
Market Cap
$523.8 million
Industry
Enterprise Technology
Net Income
$10.7 million
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$269.8 million
NASDAQ
VPG
* Ladders Estimates

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