Product Test Manager

About Svante

Svante is a purpose-driven, rapidly growing clean technology company based in Burnaby, BC, Canada, and we’re on a mission to help the world reach net zero with filters and machines that capture and remove CO2 from industrial emissions and the air.

We’re a collaborative, diverse group of people who care about the planet and, through our collective experience and expertise, are working to make an impact on climate change.

If you value a culture that welcomes and includes everyone, and you want to be a part of a growing technology company that’s going to change the world, you’ve come to the right place.

The Role: Product Test Manager

The Product Testing Manager is responsible for all physical testing completed within the Product Group. This is a key role that supports the development and design verification of Svante’s products.

This position requires an experienced individual adept at test equipment sourcing and design, data collection systems development, test results communication and full lifecycle documentation.

This is a leadership position and will be expected to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams, promote a safe work culture, provide guidance and mentorship to everyone working in the Testing Group, and support career growth of all team members.

Customers:

• Engineering groups.
• Supply Chain department.
• Senior Management.

Supplies:

• Senior management.
• Research and Development group.
• Engineering groups.
• Supply Chain department.
• External testing resources.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Work with product technology and development teams to define, design, develop, program, procure, build, commission, calibrate, operate, and schedule the test resources.

• Deliver all data pertaining to test investigations carried out.

• Ensure the safety of all test equipment and processes including complete documentation, training mentorship of team members.

• Maintain full lifecycle documentation including but not limited to: requirements defined at inception, design documentation, build and/or purchase documentation, commissioning, calibration, operation, and data acquired. This data and documentation will be controlled and catalogued for the benefit of the company.

• Develop resource plans outlining budget, labor hours and skillsets, and timing to meet the defined intent. This may require research and sourcing of equipment, design, development and build of specialized equipment, reprogramming or re-purposing of existing equipment or be a combination of solutions.

• Take personal responsibility for the morale of the test team and always ensure that Svante Goals and Values are represented to internal and external customers and suppliers.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • At least 10 years of technology design and development within rapidly growing new technology field. Ideally this should be within technologies like Svante’s.
  • Hands-on, building and implementing equipment controlled by software, preferably in an industry associated with the flow of gases.
  • Advancing technology using investigative technologies and testing is highly desirable

• Knowledge:

  • Excellent grasp of first principles in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
  • Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and similar software.
  • PLC or IPC programming software is an asset.
  • A thorough understanding of design validation techniques and practices.
  • Ability to develop plans and organize activities in a logical way to hit the timelines.
  • A good level of comfort in using the Microsoft 365 suite of applications.
  • Ability to develop clear and concise documents and presentations.
  • Excellent analytical skills that result in making sound decisions and recommendations.

• Education:

  • Engineering to, at least, bachelor’s degree level in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who are registrants (EIT, P.Eng, PE) of an engineering association.

• Characteristics:

  • You have an ability to self-manage and demonstrate a high level of initiative.
  • Your interpersonal skills are exceptional, and you demonstrate an ability to work well with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholder groups.
  • You are a strong, confident communicator with an ability to use an appropriate blend of verbal, written and presentation strategies.
  • You are as comfortable working independently as you are in a team.
  • Your time management skills and ability to organize and prioritize your work enable you meet your milestones and delivery commitments.
  • You listen well and learn quickly but aren’t afraid to ask when you need help.
  • You can think and behave tactically or strategically, as project situations warrant.
  • Working calmly through stressful situations comes as second nature to you.
  • You find a balance in being guided by processes but are ultimate driven by success and results.
  • You do not allow yourself to be distracted by problems, failures, and setbacks in your drive to succeed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.