Principal Electronics Engineer

Location

Burnaby, BC | Canada

Job description

EnerSys® is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and sustainability. We are driven by a passion to provide people everywhere with accessible power to help them work and live better. Our people are our strength, an endless resource for innovation, insight and enthusiasm.

This position will report to our EnerSys Energy Systems business, which serves the telecom, cable broadband, industrial, renewable, and data center markets. Our portfolio combines our stored energy expertise with power systems, enclosures, and renewable energy products to deliver world-class solutions for diverse applications such as 5G, broadband, Internet of Things (IoT), data center, and solar power. Our cutting-edge technology includes Lithium batteries, Fault Managed Power Systems, and Extended Run Time battery backup systems that improve the reliability and resiliency of broadband networks.

EnerSys has over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide  headquarters are located in Reading, PA , USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. Some of our brands include PowerSafe, DataSafe, and Genesis batteries; Cordex power; and Outback Power renewable energy products. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products. 

What We’re Offering

• 12 Paid Holidays per year, plus sick time and vacation time
• Full benefit plan including, extended medical, vision and dental 100% paid by the company
• Life Insurance, long term disability and a salary continuance plan.
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• 6% RRSP employer matching program

Compensation Range: 91,400-137,000 

Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.

Job Purpose

As a result of our continuing growth, we require a Principal Electronics Engineer as part of the Research and Advanced Development Team to help rapid development of cutting-edge power conversion concepts, prototypes, and products. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Research and Advanced Development team to rapidly develop product concepts prior to commercialization.
• Innovate, design, and prototype electronics and embedded systems including power, communications, digital circuits, and control components.
• Design and implement firmware building blocks in C for various power converters control, electronics circuits, and communications.
• Innovate and design AI/ML enabled hardware & firmware solutions.
• Prototype new designs and validate them through testing.
• Create test plans and perform detailed testing and results analysis.
• Create documentation packages and assist product development teams through commercialization.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration by working with team members.
  
   

Qualifications

• A minimum of Master’s degree in Engineering with 3-5 years of experience in Electronics and Embedded Controls Development. A Doctoral degree is considered an asset. 
• Excellent problem solving & English communication skills (written & verbal).
• Excellent knowledge of fundamentals of Digital Signal Processing.
• Excellent understanding of analog & digital circuits including power electronics.
• Strong embedded C programming experience.
• Experience with version control systems.
• Experience implementing solutions involving AI, Machine Learning, Optimization Algorithms, and Predictive Maintenance is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with microcontrollers/DSP.
• Ability to read hardware schematics and estimate the firmware required to control it.
• Experience with C coding for low-level hardware blocks like SPI, I2C, UART, PWM, etc. 
• Experience with FPGA is a plus.
• Experience with analog circuit design and SPICE simulations is preferred. 
• Self-Starter, willing to take ownership while being flexible and nimble. 
• Ability to work cross functionally as part of a team with minimal supervision. 

General Job Requirements

• Generic

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled

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