Electronics Technician, Product Engineering

Chemelex; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemelex, a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, seeks an Electronics Technician IV for advanced lab work in Edmonton, AB. You will lead hardware, firmware, and software testing, build prototypes, and support manufacturing with test fixtures and troubleshooting.

Requirements include a technology diploma in electrical/electronics, 5+ years hands-on lab experience, soldering fine-pitch PCBA, and strong problem-solving abilities. IPC/industry standards knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Technology diploma in electrical/electronics or related engineering.
• 5+ years of hands-on laboratory, soldering or technical experience.
• Ability to solder fine pitch components in PCBA.
• Full knowledge of lab test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Function Generator, AC/DC power supplies.
• Experience with building prototype circuit boards, manufacturing test fixtures, high voltage wiring.
• Experience in firmware and software testing according to defined test plans.
• Understanding of electrical circuits, basic schematics and ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with electrical testing and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product validation – Hardware, Firmware, Software & Test Fixture testing of Heat trace and controller units.
• Assemble prototype PCAs and build test fixtures & load banks.
• Support manufacturing by troubleshooting test fixtures and production issues.
• Analyze circuits and perform root cause analysis; assist with repairs.
• Perform standards and certification testing with approvals and witness testing.

Skills

Soldering fine pitch components

Independent work

Strong communication

Troubleshooting electronic equipment

Lab testing & data interpretation

Education

Technology diploma in electrical/electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Function Generator

AC/DC Power Supplies

Test fixtures

Job description

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description

Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world's critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments - from industrial plants and data centers to people's homes. We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed by global standards. Our offering includes a leading portfolio from our trusted brands: Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat and Pyrotenax.

The Electronics Technician IV performs a wide range of laboratory procedures under limited instruction, supporting engineering and technical teams. This role requires several years of hands-on experience in a laboratory or technology environment and the ability to independently initiate and complete work activities with minimal supervision. The technician applies practical knowledge, sound judgment, and established procedures to execute testing, interpret data, and support product and process engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product validation – Hardware, Firmware, Software & Test Fixture testing of Heat trace and leak detection controllers in accordance with established procedures and test plans while exercising flexibility and innovation.
• Assemble prototype & custom PCBAs for experimental setups; design and build test fixtures & load banks to support internal and external manufacturing.
• Support manufacturing team (internal/external) by troubleshooting test fixtures and production issues
• Analyze and troubleshoot circuits down to the component level and assist with failure and root cause analysis, troubleshooting equipment and product repair.
• Perform standards and certification testing, including participation in approvals and witness testing.
• Interpret and communicate test results, observations, and recommendations to engineers and project teams.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory and equipment while ensuring compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Audit and standardize test methods, update SOPs, retrain staff, and apply sound judgment to improve processes and solutions.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.

Qualifications

Required:

• Technology diploma in electrical/electronics or related engineering
• 5+ years of hands-on laboratory, soldering or technical experience
• Ability to solder fine pitch components in PCBA
• Full knowledge of lab test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, DMM's, Function Generator, AC/DC power supplies.
• Experience with building prototype circuit boards, manufacturing test fixtures, high voltage wiring,
• Experience in firmware and software testing according to defined test plans
• Understanding of electrical circuits, basic schematics and ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with electrical testing and instrumentation

Preferred:

• Experience solving complex and ambiguous challenges with limited instruction.
• Trains intermediate and entry-level positions.

Core Competencies

• Ability to construct and set up prototypes with minimal supervision
• Practiced problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective data collection, organization, and interpretation
• Initiative and self-motivation in managing workload
• Flexibility and ability to manage conflicting priorities

At Chemelex:

We protect places of progress through electric excellence.

Pioneering plants, sprawling data centers, busy transport hubs, and your own home. These are the places that bring progress to the world, and the places that we protect with time-tested technologies, advanced engineering, and a suite of services. Because here, excellence is everything.

Our Dimensions of Excellence reflect the core values of Chemelex. Together, they inspire our decisions and guide our actions – defining excellence in our work for colleagues, customers and communities.

Experts with empathy

Example for others

Exceptional impact

We are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.