Electronics Development Engineer

Norcada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm based in Edmonton is seeking an Electronics Development Engineer to support product design, manufacturing, and testing. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, with over 5 years of experience in embedded systems. Responsibilities include designing electronic systems, documenting technical specifications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This permanent position offers medical and pension benefits, and requires a strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Pension benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded systems design and development.
• Hands-on knowledge of DAQs, MCUs, SBCs, FPGAs, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with CE, CSA, UL, and other certification standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems and required software.
• Project planning and reporting to stakeholders.
• Testing, debugging, and calibration of new products.

Skills

Control systems

Embedded systems design

Programming in LabVIEW

Programming in Python

Programming in C/C++

Understanding of communication interfaces

Education

Post-secondary education in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

Version control systems

PCB design software

Job description

We Are a Technology Company

Norcada is a photonics, MEMS and nanotechnology company located in Edmonton, Canada. The company focuses on the development and manufacturing of products with applications in microscopy, microanalysis, genomics, environmental monitoring, and sensing and quantum science. Since our founding in 2002, Norcada has developed a broad customer base for its products, with sales and product development collaborations in four continents and more than 40 countries worldwide.

The Position

Norcada is currently looking for an Electronics Development Engineer to support the to support the design, manufacturing, and testing of our new products. The new Engineer will join the Embedded Systems Team, reporting to the Director of Instrument Manufacturing and Assembly, who oversees our design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of our instrumentation solutions.

We are seeking individuals with a University-level education and experience with a proven track record in design of new products, assembly of electrical parts, execution of production plans and documentation, PCB design, assembly of electronic components on PCB, and electronic testing. This is a full time, permanent position and provides medical and pension benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, development, component selection, and assembly of electronic systems and their required software.
• Project definition, planning, execution, monitoring and reporting to ensure stakeholders are up-to-date and products are delivered in accordance with requirements.
• Define and validate specifications, and write technical reports.
• Firmware and software development as required.
• Testing, debugging, troubleshooting and calibration of new products and R&D instruments.
• Create product documents such as production travellers and customer manuals.
• Work closely with the team leaders, engineers, technologists and other cross-functional teams on prototype planning, execution and quality control.
• Authenticate and validate electrical designs for manufacturing per APEGA.
• Establish good relationships with vendors to develop customized solutions. This may include occasional visits to their facilities.
• Work with team members to ensure clean and organized stations, and establish a lean system through participation and taking initiatives.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and an uncompromised commitment to confidentiality.

Qualification And Experience

• Post-secondary education in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering (BSc, MSc, PhD). A Professional Engineer designation is preferred for this position.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design and development of embedded systems, instruments and electronic circuits.
• Hands-on knowledge of control systems, DAQs, MCUs, SBCs, FPGAs, sensors, actuators and communication interfaces to develop data acquisition and control systems.
• Experience designing, manufacturing and assembling PCBs is highly sought in this position.
• Experience with CE, CSA, UL, NRTL and other certification standards.
• Solid programming skills in LabVIEW, Python and C/C++.
• Working knowledge of version control systems.

The Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys working with products for scientific and R&D applications.
• Is focused on finding solutions and delivering value to customers.
• Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is detail-oriented and organized.
• Feels comfortable working assertively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Has the ability to work independently and in collaboration with team members and other colleagues.
• Is open to talk about challenges and receive guidance and feedback.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication as well as interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English is a must-have.
• Preferably lives within the greater Edmonton area.

Applications without a proper cover letter will not be considered for this position.

Apply by February 9, 2026.