Electronic Designer - FPGA Developer

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Job summary

Optech is seeking an Electronic Designer - FPGA Developer to join our team in Toronto. You will design high‑speed FPGA systems for LiDAR data processing, develop schematics in Altium, and implement FPGA logic on Xilinx platforms.

Collaborating with hardware and software engineers, you will run MATLAB simulations, validate designs with VITIS, test thoroughly, and document schematics, test plans, and user manuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/Masters in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Proven experience in schematic design and FPGA development.
• Experience with high-speed digital design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-speed digital/analog schematics using Altium.
• Design, implement, and test FPGA logic with VHDL/Verilog on Xilinx.
• Perform simulations and signal analysis using MATLAB and VITIS.
• Integrate FPGA designs with System on Board (SOM) solutions.
• Create design documentation, test plans, and user manuals.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams for cohesive development.

Skills

Schematic design

FPGA development

Altium

VHDL/Verilog

Xilinx tools

MATLAB

System on Board integration

High-speed design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium

Xilinx Vivado/VITIS

MATLAB

Job description

Electronic Designer - FPGA Developer

Develop and integrate advanced FPGA systems for high-speed LiDAR data processing and analysis.

Location: Toronto
Job Tags: Product

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Schematic Designer and FPGA Developer to join our Optech team and contribute to the development of state‑of‑the‑art LiDAR systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Create and develop high-speed digital and analog schematics using Altium.
• FPGA Development: Design, implement, and test FPGA logic designs using VHDL/Verilog on Xilinx platforms.
• Simulation and Testing: Perform simulations and signal analysis using MATLAB and Xilinx VITIS to validate designs. Conduct thorough testing and debugging of FPGA designs.
• System Integration: Integrate FPGA designs with System on Board (SOM) solutions, ensuring seamless hardware and software integration.
• Documentation: Generate detailed design documentation, including schematics, test plans, and user manuals.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, to ensure cohesive system development.
• Innovation: Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in FPGA development and high‑speed design.

Position Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in schematic design and FPGA development, preferably with high‑speed applications.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Altium for schematic design.
• Strong knowledge of FPGA development using Xilinx tools, including VITIS.
• Experience with MATLAB for simulation and analysis.
• Familiarity with System on Board (SOM) integration.
• Understanding of high-speed digital design principles.

Soft Skills

Excellent problem‑solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

ASSETS

• Experience with additional FPGA platforms (e.g., Intel/Altera).
• Knowledge of signal integrity and power integrity analysis.
• Familiarity with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.