- Company Name
- Norcada
- Job Title
- Electronics Development Engineer
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Electronics Development Engineer
**Role Summary**
Design, develop, and validate embedded electronic systems and associated firmware/software for scientific instrumentation and R&D products. Participate in all phases from concept to production, including PCB design, component selection, assembly, testing, calibration, documentation, and vendor coordination.
**Expectations**
- Deliver high‑quality, manufacturable designs on schedule, meeting all functional and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate progress, issues, and solutions promptly to stakeholders and cross‑functional teams.
- Maintain rigorous documentation, uphold confidentiality, and promote lean, organized workspaces.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Design and prototype electronic systems, select components, and specify product requirements.
- Develop and authenticate firmware/software (LabVIEW, Python, C/C++) for embedded controllers, DAQs, FPGAs, and sensors.
- Assemble and test PCB prototypes; perform debugging, troubleshooting, and calibration of instruments.
- Write technical specifications, design reviews, production travel documents, and user manuals.
- Validate electrical designs per APEGA for manufacturing.
- Engage with vendors, negotiate custom solutions, and evaluate supplier capabilities.
- Advocate for and maintain lean practice, clean workstations, and production tool readiness.
**Required Skills**
- 5+ years in embedded system design, instrumentation, or electronic circuit development.
- Strong PCB design, assembly, and component verification experience.
- Proficient programming in LabVIEW, Python, and C/C++; familiarity with version control.
- Hands‑on knowledge of control systems, DAQs, MCUs, SBCs, FPGAs, sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces.
- Experience with CE, CSA, UL, NRTL certifications.
- Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) designation preferred.