Founded in 1948, KSR is an industry leader in designing, engineering, and manufacturing driver interface systems of the future for Tier 1 OEMs.
KSR has an immediate opening for a
Advanced Development Engineer
Global Headquarters – Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada
The Advanced Development Engineer is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of innovative product concepts from ideation through to handoff for commercialization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise who can navigate ambiguity, drive innovation, and align engineering solutions with business and customer needs.
This is a fully onsite position and requires daily attendance at our facility in Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada.
Occasional travel to the United States, Europe, and Asia is required.
Job ID #: 2026.15
Reporting To
Advanced Development Manager
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years in an automotive manufacturing environment, preferably in product development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
Skills
- Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with CAD software, including CATIA
- Experience with embedded systems
- Familiarity with intellectual property (IP) documentation processes
- Knowledge of automotive standards and manufacturing processes
Salary Range
Job Responsibilities
- Lead Innovation: Identify and define new product opportunities and enhancements based on market/technological trends, customer, and legislative needs.
- Develop & Validate Concepts: Create, analyze, and test innovative concepts using engineering tools and prototypes.
- Lead internal teams and external partners to align development with business goals.
- Lead Incubator Session Process: Assemble and guide cross-functional discussions to generate new ideas and solutions, and follow up to implementation
- Manage Projects: Oversee advanced development projects from concept to handoff, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Engage Customers: Interface with customers to generate excitement, gather feedback and refine concepts to meet their needs.
- Support IP & Technology Strategy: Contribute to patent filings and stay current with emerging technologies.
- Transfer Knowledge: Deliver complete technical and marketing handoff packages to Product Engineering and Sales.
Health, Safety & Wellness
- Prioritize safety and comply with the Health and Safety Management System.
- Support risk reduction, hazard identification, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellness legislation and KSR standards.
- Uphold and adhere to the KSR Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Environmental
- Promote the global Environmental Management System with a focus on footprint reduction, recycling, and resource efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and KSR standards.
Additional Information
Our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI-enhanced tools; however, all decisions related to screening, assessing, and selecting candidates are made by real people on our team.
This posting is for a vacant position.
KSR International ULC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so we can arrange appropriate support.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
