ABOUT RBR
At RBR, we’ve been designing cutting-edge instruments to measure our blue planet
for over 50 years. Built to withstand some of the harshest environments on
Earth, our instruments are deployed from the ocean’s deepest trenches to the
polar ice caps, capturing essential data on water temperature, salinity, pH, and
more. This data empowers researchers in the global fight against climate change,
and our technology supports groundbreaking science with partners like Fisheries
and Oceans Canada, Woods Hole, the Scripps Institution, and the British
Antarctic Survey.
At RBR, we care deeply about our work, each other, the environment, and the
global communities we serve. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, and
having fun along the way. From Friday lunches to social events, we’re a crew
that thrives on taking on complex and exciting challenges that have a meaningful
impact on the blue planet! Ready to make waves with us? Apply below!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer with a passion for innovation and a
knack for solving complex problems? We are looking for a Senior Electrical
Engineer to join our dynamic Research and Development team. You'll have the
exciting opportunity to collaborate with an awesome group of R&D gurus in the
areas of firmware, electronics, mechanical, software, systems, sensor
engineering, as well as oceanography at the forefront of oceanographic sensors
and systems development. We are seeking a hands-on problem solver who can work
independently, take responsibility, and deliver high-quality work. As a key
member of a small team of technical experts, you must be dedicated, an effective
communicator, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your ability to develop
products with mixed-signal, very low power and low noise board-level designs
will allow you to make a real and positive contribution to RBR products and for
our customers. This role is on-site, based out of our Ottawa head office.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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Design, implement and bring through to production, board-level electronics
for RBR's product lines
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Design and develop mixed-signal, very low-power, low-noise circuits
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Design of analog front-end and signal-processing circuits
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Design low-noise, high-efficiency voltage regulators
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Analyze system design trade-offs to optimize for conflicting requirements
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Translate design specifications into functional electrical designs
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Create detailed technical specifications and prototype verification plans
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Contribute to overall architecture and feature design, ensuring design
quality and product integrity for products released to production
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Provide first-line support to production/assembly for electronics-related
issues and second-line support to resolve customer issues
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Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, managing multiple priorities and
product design needs
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As a senior team member, lead by example, sharing recommendations and
supporting a collaborative, high-performing work environment
WHAT YOU BRING
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
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At least 10 years of work experience in a board-level circuit design
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Analog and mixed-signal design experience, with at least 5 years of
demonstrated work experience
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Solid experience with a professional PCB Design ECAD tool such as Altium
Designer, OrCAD, Design Entry HDL. Working-level experience/familiarity with
Altium Designer is required
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Strong experience using spice-based circuit simulation tools such as LTspice
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Solid understanding of power supply architectures and design principles, with
at least 2 years of demonstrated work experience
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Experience in the implementation of interfaces to thermistors, resistive
bridge-based sensors, photodiodes, LEDs and other transducers
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Strong understanding of common electrical communication interfaces such as
RS-232, RS-485, I2C, I3C, SPI, USB, Ethernet, SDIO, etc.
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Good understanding of general PCB Layout principles and techniques
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Demonstrated abilities in debugging electronic and system-level issues using
lab equipment such as high-speed oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum
analyzers, etc.
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Familiarity with embedded firmware development for modern low-power
microcontrollers, such as STM32L/U Series Arm-Cortex Based MCUs
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Familiarity with DFT, DFM and DFA concepts for PCBAs
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Ability to thrive in an interrupt-driven environment, effectively managing
multiple concurrent projects and dynamically shifting priorities to meet the
evolving needs of both our customers and RBR
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Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, adept at
collaborating within cross-functional teams and mentoring colleagues across
technical and non-technical skills
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Exhibits sound professional judgment and navigates complex scenarios,
consistently supporting organizational objectives through effective project
management and execution
NICE TO HAVES
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Strong proficiency with Altium Designer is highly preferred
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Solid understanding of high-speed PCB design principles
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Familiarity with design techniques for EMI mitigation
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Familiarity with BLE and Wi-Fi
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Familiarity with RF/EMC compliance testing process for FCC/IC, CE, etc
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Experience in the development of precision scientific or oceanographic
instruments
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Experience working in a small company environment
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Familiarity with Jira/Confluence
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT RBR
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?? 20 days of vacation, plus a company-wide holiday shutdown and paid sick
days
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? Work from wherever Wednesdays (most roles eligible)
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?? Benefits from day 1 & RRSP contribution matching
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?? Bonus program
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???? Annual fitness reimbursement program
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?? Greener commuting incentive program (bike-to-work, carpool, or transit
passes)
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?? EV reimbursement program + on-site charging stations
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?? Charitable donation matching
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?? Monthly Friday lunches (on us)!
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?? Team events and social activities
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?? Collaborative, supportive work environment
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?? Work alongside passionate experts spanning multiple disciplines
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?? Direct impact on climate science and ocean research
At RBR, we celebrate and support diversity in our workplace, we are an equal
opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for
all employees. We seek to recruit the best and most talented people for the job.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all
aspects of the selection process.
