What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eng. Prototype Technician position at Kalmar?
At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!
Join us and take your career to the next level
This is an 100% on-site position at the Ottawa location.
Kalmar Solutions LLC is looking for a driven and experienced Eng. Prototype Technician to perform engineering, documentation, and prototype assembly tasks related to New Product Development, for both Diesel and Electric powered Kalmar Terminal Tractors
based on customer needs, legislation, and internal requirements. Also, to assist in other tasks when needed. This position is vital for the future growth of the Product Development Team in their ability to deliver the Terminal Tractor Product Strategy Roadmap.
What Are Your Key Responsibilities
"People who move together"
Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
Work-Life Balance: Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.
Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120 countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.
Education
What you bring to the role:
Will be required to work closely with other TT RDE personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups
worldwide.
Willingness to learn mechanical design if not already experienced in it
Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!
Submit your resume to apply.
About Kalmar
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com
Join us and take your career to the next level
This is an 100% on-site position at the Ottawa location.
Kalmar Solutions LLC is looking for a driven and experienced Eng. Prototype Technician to perform engineering, documentation, and prototype assembly tasks related to New Product Development, for both Diesel and Electric powered Kalmar Terminal Tractors
based on customer needs, legislation, and internal requirements. Also, to assist in other tasks when needed. This position is vital for the future growth of the Product Development Team in their ability to deliver the Terminal Tractor Product Strategy Roadmap.
What Are Your Key Responsibilities
- Prototype Mechanical/Electrical Component Installations
- Prototype Structural Framework including Chassis & Body
- Prototype Fabrication of Component Brackets
- Prototype of Electrical Wiring Harnesses
- Assist Manufacturing Engineering in Production Tooling Maintenance and Fabrication including Major
- Weldments to Drill Templates.
- Troubleshoot complex Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic and Electrical systems
- Liaison of new products and existing Product Improvements through Assembly Line.
- Test newly developed products and product improvements.
- Perform all job duties within company guidelines, policies, standards, and specifications. Also ensure that each task is performed correctly the first time.
- Perform all other job related duties as assigned and delegated by the supervisor
"People who move together"
Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
Work-Life Balance: Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.
Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120 countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.
Education
What you bring to the role:
- High School
- Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to mobile equipment preferred
- Working knowledge of product development environments and processes
- Strong understanding of assembly processes and good understanding of manufacturing processes
- Strong aptitude for learning new software tools to complete above responsibilities
- Ability to work from Engineering drawings, layouts, sketches, schematics, and written task lists or verbal instructions
- Ability to perform all types of testing per Engineering test plan.
- Willingness to accept Responsibilities with minimum supervision to accomplish tasks assigned with the “do whatever it takes to get it done right” attitude.
- Fluent in English both spoken and written
Will be required to work closely with other TT RDE personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups
worldwide.
Willingness to learn mechanical design if not already experienced in it
Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!
Submit your resume to apply.
About Kalmar
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com