Intermediate Hardware Design Engineer

Nugrid Power Corp.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nugrid Power Corp. is seeking an Intermediate Hardware Design Engineer in Burnaby, BC. You will design and test advanced hardware systems for power automation, work in a collaborative environment, and enjoy flexible working hours. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant hands-on experience. Join us in modernizing the power grid and enjoy the satisfaction of impactful work in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive culture

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• 24 months of experience in hardware design or embedded systems.
• Experience with PCB layout and circuit testing.

Responsibilities

• Design and test analog and digital circuits for embedded systems.
• Develop and review PCB designs and layouts.
• Conduct hardware testing and validation.

Skills

Circuit design

Schematic capture

Analog circuit testing

Embedded systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium

Eagle

KiCad

Git

Job description

NuGrid Power is a specialized technology development and consulting firm focused on grid modernization / digitization, high-voltage instrumentation, and substation automation. We leverage our technical teams expertise to enhance power grid reliability and sustainability. As a small, motivated team, we work with the latest power system standards and technologies. NuGrid employees enjoy flexible hours, supportive colleagues, and a strong sense of accomplishment from delivering impactful projects.

As an Intermediate Hardware Design Engineer , you will play a critical role in our engineering team, contributing to the design, development, and testing of advanced hardware systems for power grid automation and high-voltage instrumentation. Your responsibilities will include circuit design, PCB development, embedded hardware integration, and system-level validation.

This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects with a high degree of autonomy and influence. As part of a close-knit, cross-functional team, you'll help shape the direction of our hardware products and bring innovative solutions to life.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Design and test analog and digital circuits for embedded systems and power grid applications
• Develop and review PCB designs and layouts for embedded hardware solutions
• Collaborate with software teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components
• Conduct hardware testing, including debugging, validation, and troubleshooting of prototypes
• Design and implement test benches for hardware validation and automated testing
• Work with cross-functional teams to define hardware requirements for NuGrid products
• Support continuous improvement by proposing and implementing design optimizations
• Maintain thorough documentation of hardware designs, test results, and other relevant materials
• Participate in the development of product prototypes, from concept to production

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• At least 24 months of experience in hardware design or embedded systems, including :

Circuit design and schematic capture

• PCB layout experience using tools such as Altium, Eagle, or KiCad
• Analog and digital circuit testing and debugging
• Embedded systems experience, including microcontrollers, sensors, or FPGAs
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for team collaboration
• Self-driven and able to independently explore and understand unfamiliar or complex technical topics

Desirable Qualifications :

• Experience with FPGA or ASIC design and development
• Knowledge of EMC / EMI design principles and best practices
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows
• High-speed PCB design and PCBA layout / manufacturing experience
• Exposure to high-voltage systems or power grid-related hardware
• Interest in the power grid sector, smart grid technologies, and sustainable energy solutions

Why Join Us :

• Work on cutting-edge hardware projects that modernize the power grid
• Tackle challenges that match your interests while growing your career in hardware design
• Collaborate with a small, expert team that values innovation and autonomy
• Enjoy flexible working hours and a supportive culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package

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