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Embedded Hardware Designer

Join Cence Power, the vanguard of the DC power revolution, pioneering intelligent low and high voltage DC power systems. Our mission centers on the safe and efficient transmission of power across long distances. Backed by visionary investors, we forge partnerships with premier engineering consultancies worldwide to revolutionize electrical power distribution for telecom applications, data centers, and LED lighting. Anchored in advances in physics and electrical safety codes, we bring cutting edge products to our clients, globally. Our dynamic team thrives on innovation, constantly exploring and refining concepts to drive meaningful advances in electrical engineering.

Cence is looking for a talented Embedded Hardware Designer to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Engineering at our Markham location, the successful candidate will be responsible for improving, designing, prototyping, testing, and documenting our patented low-voltage DC power distribution systems with a focus on Class 2 power. You will collaborate closely with other engineers on our team to ensure that designs are both elegant and efficient.

Learn more about our low-voltage power distribution system here:

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6KuvMl3JPc&ab_channel=ElectricInsights

- https://www.cencepower.com/ecosystem/class-2-power-supply

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct research and development of innovative low voltage direct current (LVDC) power systems, focusing on Class 2 power systems and power electronics.

- Design, simulate, and validate analog circuits and systems using various CAD tools.

- Assemble, solder, and test PCB prototypes, integrating novel signal processing methods.

- Create schematic and PCB designs using KiCAD.

- Optimize BOM, evaluate components, and analyze datasheets.

- Perform in-circuit testing (ICT) and functional testing (FCT) of PCBs.

- Verify product specifications and execute a Design Validation Plan.

- Use circuit simulation software such as LTspice and TI WEBENCH.

- Stay updated on innovations and trends in power electronics and related fields like DC power distribution and IoT to guide research and development.

- Provide technical support during production: troubleshoot production issues, support continuous improvement, design, validate, and maintain high-volume functional testers for production.

Qualifications:

- Advanced Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field with 1+ years of experience in analog/digital circuit design and power electronics.

- Technician Diploma in a related field with 3+ years of experience in analog/digital circuit design and power electronics.

- 5+ years of hands-on experience in analog/digital circuit design and power electronics without formal education requirements.

Preferred Skills:

- Expertise in designing and implementing operational amplifier circuits, power MOSFETs and gate drivers, signal processing.

- Experience with Embedded C/C++ and Python.

- Familiarity with microcontrollers such as ESP32, STM32, and NRF52x.

- Proficiency in using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other debugging tools.

- Experience with analog-digital conversion, filtering, and signal conditioning circuits.

- Extensive experience with schematic design and PCB layouts.

- Knowledge of circuit protection design, products, and methods.

- Proficiency in designing for manufacturability, scalability, and reliability.

- Experience with EMI and EMC design considerations.

- Familiarity with communication buses (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet) and protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, USB).

- Strong technical report writing and documentation skills.

- Understanding of certification standards such as CSA and UL.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

You Will Stand Out If:

- You have experience using version control systems such as Git.

- You have a portfolio showcasing your previous design projects.

- You have documented experience in product testing and validation.

- You have participated in engineering competitions or hackathons.

- You have led or been part of significant technical projects.

- You have experience with project management and team collaboration tools.

- You have experience working directly with clients or stakeholders to define project requirements.

What We Offer:

- Annual starting compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 (based on experience and skillset)

- Health Spending Account

- Flexible work hours

- Professional development and training opportunities

Cence is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, and upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Applicants must make their accommodation needs known upon requests for interviews.