The University of Waterloo and Waterloo Engineering are well-positioned to be a driving force in the growing Canadian electric vehicle (EV) market.
Waterloo Engineering teams actively engage in the design, construction and modification of vehicles destined for international competitions and auto shows. These teams undergo evaluation based on design excellence, problem-solving, performance, crashworthiness, fuel economy and environmental friendliness of their vehicles. Recently a team from Chemical Engineering, led by Professor Yverick Rangom, won a spot to design, build, test and integrate an advanced electric vehicle (EV) battery pack in a Stellantis vehicle in the Battery Workforce Challenge from the U.S. Department of Energy.
According to recent figures, one in 10 Canadians now own an EV, with that number set to rise as consumers look for ways to reduce their environmental impact and capitalize on government incentives.
The growing market share of EVs means an increasing need for talent in the design, development and maintenance of electric vehicles as well as support infrastructure from charging stations, improved battery technology and energy generation.
“Advancing automotive innovation has been a driving focus for research work in Waterloo and we will continue to enthusiastically work with ecosystem partners knowing that true solutions, those that advance sustainable transportation, will only come through partnership,” says Mary Wells, dean of Waterloo’s Faculty of Engineering.
Go to Driving up talent for Canada’s electric vehicle sector for more on how Waterloo Engineering and the University of Waterloo are leading the charge with programs and partnerships supporting the transition to EVs.