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We believe in empowering exceptional individuals by providing challenging, rewarding, and sustainable career paths that align with our purpose of Here for life™. Join us to not only advance your career but also contribute to a mission that truly matters.

Who are we

Number of employees

800+

74%

All data is as of Dec 31, 2023

Women in senior leadership

40%

All data is as of Dec 31, 2023

Employees identifying as a racialized group

48%

All data is as of Dec 31, 2023

Living our Values

At our company, our core values of Listen and Deliver, Quality Always, Inspire Excellence, Rowing Together, and Own It, are more than just words; they guide our actions and define our culture.

To recognize those who exemplify these values, we celebrate individuals and teams who consistently demonstrate our core principles. Through awards, recognition programs, and personal shout-outs, we honour those who inspire others, contribute to quality, and collaborate effectively. By highlighting these role models, we reinforce our commitment to living our values every day and encourage a culture of excellence throughout the organization.

There are numerous ways to join us at Ballard. We offer a variety of job opportunities that can accommodate your studies, including internships, summer placements, and co-operative programs with local universities. Additionally, you can join our team after completing your education, starting in an entry-level position.

As a professional at Ballard, you will have the opportunity to drive change and bring your innovative ideas to life. We provide you with the resources and support necessary to excel in your role, empowering you to leverage your unique perspective to grow beyond boundaries and create a positive impact on the world, our business, and our team.

You Belong Here: Building an Inclusive Company Culture

At Ballard, we believe a truly inclusive workplace is where people thrive.

Our culture is built on inclusion, collaboration, and empowerment—because we know that people do their best work when they feel heard, valued, and supported.

We’re committed to building teams that reflect a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

At Ballard, individuals are encouraged to share their unique viewpoints, collaborate openly, and drive innovation that makes a real difference. This richness of perspective helps us solve complex problems and build sustainable energy solutions.

Our journey toward a more inclusive culture is ongoing, but the goal is explicit:

Create a workplace where everyone feels they belong, where their contributions matter, and where they can make a lasting impact—on our company, our communities, and the planet.

Looking for a company where you can grow your career and help shape a cleaner future?

At Ballard, we’re not just here for business—we’re Here For Life™ powering progress, amplifying voices,



and building a better tomorrow together.

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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 to3 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 ef fectively 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 perks.

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.

📌 Junior Manufacturing Specialist/Engineer, Assembly & Test (Burnaby)
🏢 Ballard Power Systems
📍 Burnaby