Fleet Engineer
Role Overview
The role works with Fleet Engineering, EPMO, Regional Operations, OEMs, and other partners on electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and emerging fleet technologies.
The position applies the Right Vehicle, Right Route principle to match vehicle capability with route, cargo, facility, lifecycle, and financial requirements.
Key Skills for This Role
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Company Context
Purolator is an integrated freight, package, and logistics provider operating across Canada.
The Fleet Engineer will support the transition to a safer, smarter, and more sustainable ground fleet.
Role Overview
The role works with Fleet Engineering, EPMO, Regional Operations, OEMs, and other partners on electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and emerging fleet technologies.
The position applies the Right Vehicle, Right Route principle to match vehicle capability with route, cargo, facility, lifecycle, and financial requirements.
Responsibilities
- Deploy electric charging solutions for Purolator electric vehicles to support greenhouse gas reduction targets.
- Lead scenario modeling and strategic fleet planning for vehicle deployment and investment decisions.
- Lead facility changes at multiple terminals to support fleet electrification.
- Lead technology assessment and adoption from market research through business-case development, pilot testing, and deployment.
- Provide change leadership for sourcing, delivery, and activation of electrical infrastructure across Canada.
- Support fleet managers and technicians with training, processes, tools, and facility changes.
- Analyze data for predictive analytics and improvement opportunities.
- Maintain industry involvement in electric charging infrastructure.
- Work with OEM suppliers to improve specifications and develop safety and productivity features.
- Develop project tracking tools and analytical tools using telematics, GIS, SAP-TM, and other fleet information.
Education and Experience
- An engineering degree is required, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering.
- Two to five years of industry experience in automotive, electrical, or a related industry is required.
- Experience deploying and maintaining electrical infrastructure and electric vehicle charging systems is required.
- Experience interpreting engineering and electrical drawings and applying relevant codes and standards is required.
- Knowledge of vehicles, automotive components, safety regulations, and industrial electrical equipment is required.
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, project delivery methodologies, and project management tools is required.
Technical Skills
- Advanced spreadsheet and database skills are required for data analysis and KPI development.
- Strong financial acumen and ability to prepare business cases for executive leadership are required.
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills are required to diagnose failures and determine root causes.
- Microsoft Office proficiency and English proficiency are required.
Working Conditions
- Working conditions include an office environment, on-road work, and a warehouse environment.
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