About the role

Senior Electrical Engineer developing switch-mode power conversion equipment at DRS Pivotal Power. Collaborating with firmware designers and providing technical assistance for product development and support.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment in the 100W to 100kW power range
Work closely with firmware designers to define project firmware/software requirements
Provide technical assistance to customers in support of new product development and legacy product support as required
Review customer specifications and requirements and assist in the generation of bids and proposals
Provide budget, cost and schedule inputs for engineering projects and job assignments
Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
Develop prototypes to resolve key development risks
Generate engineering documentation in support of design activities and customer requirements, including specifications, test procedures and reports, failure reports, design analysis, program progress reports, and configuration management inputs
Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Program Management to achieve material and labour design-to-cost targets
Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
Lead less-experienced engineers

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent work experience
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in electrical design in a light manufacturing environment
P. Eng. designation, and eligible for registration with Engineers NS
Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is required
Experience reading schematics and engineering specs, with a strong ability to troubleshoot
Demonstrated understanding and strong interests in power electronics and power converters design
Demonstrated application of electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, testing procedures and related knowledge to construct and debug power electronics circuitry in relation to the design of power conversion equipment
Strong ability to analyze, record, and interpret test data to determine product acceptability
Involvement in the design, development, modification, and analysis of various electronics systems.
Supports engineering with a variety of complex engineering duties and/or hands on tasks
Analyzes, records, and interprets test data to determine product acceptability. Recommends changes in method or installation specifications to simplify tests or reduce test times
Multi-Layer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design capabilities considered an asset
Knowledge of CAN, SPI, USB, I2C, RS485, RS232 communication protocols to new product designs considered an asset

A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology
Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
Industry leading wellness program including: Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
An exceptional mental health benefit
Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
Competitive compensation including: Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
Maternity and Parental leave top-up
Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off