Hardware Engineer, Power Design, onsite Kanata

Ciena Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena Corporation in Kanata, ON, is seeking a Power Hardware Engineer to develop power and ground systems for next-gen optical and Ethernet platforms. You will design circuit packs, work with suppliers, and verify designs through prototypes and production relates.

The role emphasizes collaboration across hardware, manufacturing, and procurement to deliver robust power solutions. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial power systems, strong knowledge of power and grounding design, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical power systems in industrial or utility environments.
• Experience with system power and grounding design, power component circuit pack design, and the product development cycle.
• Postgraduate in Electronics or Micro Electronics Power is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) designation or eligibility is a plus.
• Knowledge of power and ground design standards for telecom and data center customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop power and ground systems for next-generation Optical and Ethernet platform equipment.
• Design high-performance circuit pack level power solutions (schematics and layouts).
• Collaborate with hardware design, suppliers, and manufacturing to implement and deliver designs into production.
• Verify designs with engineering and production prototypes and review results with peers.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Power lab testing

Power systems design

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree

Tools

Power lab equipment

Job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. We are looking for enthusiastic and innovative Engineers to join our hardware development team in our office in Kanata, ON. Hardware positions involve working in a team to design, implement and validate leading edge optical & digital/analog circuit packs that are used in Ciena’s Transport and Switching products.

Role Overview

As a Power Hardware Engineer you will: Develop power and ground systems for next generation Optical and Ethernet platform equipment. Design high performance circuit pack level power solutions (schematics and layouts) and work with hardware design prime to implement on their circuit packs. Work with hardware and mechanical design, and external supply partners to realize designs. Hold design, verification spec, and performance results reviews with peers as required. Work with suppliers, corporate and manufacturing procurement organizations to deliver components and sub-systems designs into production. Verify system and sub-component design with engineering and production prototypes.

Must Haves

• Bachelor of Engineering degree
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills across multiple disciplines in Hardware development, manufacturing, test engineering, and with external suppliers.
• Experience with Power lab test equipment and measurement techniques.
• Product development experience in micro electronic power 5+ years working with electrical power systems in an industrial or utility environment, with working knowledge in key areas of System Power and Grounding design, Power Component Circuit pack design, and Product Development cycle experience.

Nice to Haves

• Postgraduate in Electronics or Micro Electronics Power.
• Professional Engineer (PE) designation or eligibility.
• Knowledge of power and ground design standards for Telecom and Data center customers.
• Project management experience.

Pay

Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $74,200 - $118,400. Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available. Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Company Culture & Values

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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