Principal Hardware Engineer

Nokia; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company in Ottawa is seeking a Principal Hardware Design Engineer to lead the development of advanced optical products. In this role, you will oversee the design process and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree and over 10 years of experience in analog circuitry and PCB design. Join to innovate in the telecom space!

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in board-level hardware design focused on analog circuitry.
• Strong foundation in analog circuit design and PCB layout.
• Experience in clock and PLL design, analysis, and characterization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and development of advanced pluggable optical modules.
• Oversee the design process from conceptualization to hardware verification.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

Analog circuitry

PCB schematics and layout

Debugging and lab skills

Clock and PLL design

Education

MS/BSEE

Tools

Cadence Concept

E/O and RF test equipment

Job description

As a Principal Hardware Design Engineer at Nokia, you will spearhead the development of state-of-the-art electro-optical products that are pivotal to our telecom innovations. You will work in a collaborative environment alongside skilled FPGA, ASIC, and optical designers, ensuring seamless integration of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the architecture and design of advanced pluggable optical modules while mentoring junior engineers. The dynamic team thrives on innovation, and your contributions will directly influence product performance and manufacturability. Expect a fast-paced setting where your analytical skills and creativity will lead to real-world solutions, pushing the boundaries of technology. Join us to shape the future of telecom!

Qualifications

You have:

• MS/BSEE and 10+ years of experience in board-level hardware design with a focus on analog circuitry
• Expertise in PCB schematics and layout, with a strong foundation in analog circuit design
• Strong debugging and lab skills, including test development and verification
• Experience in clock and PLL design, analysis, and characterization

It would be nice if you also had:

• Familiarity with Cadence Concept for PCB design
• Knowledge of optical components such as lasers and VOAs
• Experience with E/O and RF test equipment
• Skills in noise simulation and filtering of analog circuits

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and development of advanced pluggable optical modules and mixed-signal solutions.
• Oversee the entire design process from conceptualization and component selection to prototyping and hardware verification.
• Perform detailed circuit design, schematic capture, and optimize PCB layout for performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FPGA, ASIC, optical, and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration and debugging.
• Execute integration and verification tests to validate compliance with performance requirements.
• Develop comprehensive documentation, including design specifications and test plans, to maintain project clarity and continuity.
• Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance and support to junior engineers and team members.
• Drive innovation by assessing emerging technologies and contributing to the strategic technology roadmap.