Embedded Electronics Hardware Designer

FYELABS; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge company based in Hamilton, ON, is seeking an exceptional Embedded Electronics Hardware & ASIC / PCB Design Engineer. You will play a pivotal role in architecting and validating next-generation embedded systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in PCB and ASIC design, along with embedded firmware development, and is ready to contribute to innovative projects while mentoring junior engineers.

Benefits

Dental, vision, and extended health coverage

Company events and team outings

Paid time off

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 4+ years professional experience in PCB design.
• 1+ years ASIC (or FPGA) design experience.
• Strong command of embedded firmware development in C / C++.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end PCB development including schematic capture and multi-layer layout.
• Drive custom silicon design: RTL coding, synthesis, and tape-out coordination.
• Prototype, debug, and validate designs in lab.

Skills

Embedded Firmware Development

PCB Design

Signal Integrity Analysis

Power Integrity Analysis

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electronics Engineering

Tools

EDA Toolchains

Oscilloscope

Logic Analyzer

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About FYELABS

FYELABS is a unique “innovation-as-a-service” (IaaS) company spun out of McMaster University and based in Hamilton, ON, Canada. Over the past three years, we’ve partnered with 150+ ambitious startups across five countries to deliver mission-critical product development and problem-solving services.

Role : Embedded Electronics Hardware & ASIC / PCB Design Engineer

We’re looking for a world-class electronics hardware guru to join our Hamilton office. In this role you will architect, design, and validate complex mixed-signal PCBs and custom ASIC (or FPGA-based) solutions for next-generation embedded systems. Remote work is not permitted.

Location : Responsibilities :

• Lead end-to-end PCB development : schematic capture, multi-layer layout (high-speed digital, mixed-signal, power distribution), DFM / DFT reviews and Gerber / package generation.
• Drive custom silicon design : RTL coding (Verilog / VHDL), synthesis, place-and-route, LVS / DRC sign-off, and tape-out coordination (or FPGA prototyping).
• Develop embedded firmware in C / C++ (and Python scripts) for hardware bring-up, bootloader integration, and driver development.
• Perform signal-integrity and power-integrity analysis; collaborate with our simulation team on SI / PI tool flows.
• Prototype, debug, and validate designs in lab : oscilloscope, logic analyzer, spectrum analyzer, BERT, boundary-scan, environmental / EMC testing.
• Generate comprehensive documentation : BOMs, stack-up reports, test plans, and compliance dossiers.
• Interface with component vendors and contract manufacturers to optimize cost, lead-time, and yield.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of our hardware development processes.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a solid electronics focus.
• 4+ years professional experience in PCB design, including high-speed digital and mixed-signal boards.
• 1+ years ASIC (or FPGA) design experience : RTL, synthesis, P&R, DRC / LVS.
• Proficiency with EDA toolchains
• Strong command of embedded firmware development in C / C++ and scripting in Python and micropython.
• Deep understanding of SI / PI fundamentals, EMI / EMC mitigation, and thermal management.
• Hands-on lab skills : oscilloscope, logic analyzer, boundary-scan, power supplies, and environmental chambers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-driven, able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Skills & Attributes :

• Extreme expertise in analog circuit design : precision op-amp architectures, ultra-low-noise LDOs and switching regulators, high-performance PLLs, and high-resolution ADC / DAC interface networks.
• Deep mastery in RF & wireless circuit design : BLE / 802.15.4 transceiver design, impedance matching, antenna layout and measurement, RF front-end filtering, and EMI mitigation.
• Experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS, ThreadX) and bare-metal bring-up.
• Prior involvement in ISO / IEC compliance, CE / FCC / UL certification processes.
• Track record of delivering tape-outs or production FPGA images.
• Portfolio of open-source hardware projects or published designs is a plus.

Interview Requirements :

• PDF résumé (no Word docs) with working email, phone number, and link to your GitHub / portfolio.
• Be prepared to whiteboard a mixed-signal schematic and to develop a short Verilog / C coding exercise.
• Candidates without an active online portfolio showcasing hardware designs will not be considered.

Expected Start Date :

2025-08-15(or as soon as possible)

Job Types :

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Internship / Co-op

Schedule : Monday to Friday

• Company events and team outings
• Dental, vision, and extended health coverage

Experience :

• PCB Design : 4 years or more
• ASIC / FPGA Design : 1 years or more
• RTL Coding (Verilog / VHDL) : 3 years or more
• Embedded C / C++ Firmware : 4 years or more
• Python Scripting : 2 years or more
• Signal Integrity & Power Integrity : 2 years or more

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Casual, Internship / Co-op

Expected hours : 40 per week

• Company events
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule : Monday to Friday

• Monday to Friday

Experience :

• PCB design : 2 years (required)

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