Product Development Engineer (Electronics)

Norsat International; Richmond; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP program

Professional development fund

Training reimbursements

Flexible hours

Employee referral program

Parking facilities

On-site leisure areas

Job summary

Norsat International Inc. is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to support design, development, testing, and production of communications and satellite technology products.

This role involves transforming concepts into manufacturable hardware while ensuring quality, reliability, and performance. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams on new product development and improvements for existing products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 4–7 years of experience in electronics design, hardware development, or product engineering.
• Experience creating schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer or equivalent design software.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design principles.
• Experience with hardware testing, validation, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with standard laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes and electronic analyzers.
• Familiarity with product development and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of RF, wireless communications, or telecommunications products is asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic circuits, schematics, and PCB layouts for new and existing products.
• Support hardware development activities through design, prototyping, testing, validation, and production release.
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of electronic assemblies and systems.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including specifications, drawings, test procedures, reports, and design records.
• Select, evaluate, and qualify electronic components based on performance, availability, and cost requirements.
• Conduct laboratory testing using oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and other electronic test equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and support continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Work with suppliers and vendors regarding technical specifications, component quality, and engineering requirements.
• Support product transition from design into manufacturing.
• Contribute to initiatives focused on reliability, manufacturability, performance improvements, and cost optimization.

Skills

Circuit design

PCB layout

Hardware testing

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

RF/wireless knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Norsat International Inc. is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and production of innovative communications and satellite technology products. This position plays a key role in developing electronic hardware solutions from concept through manufacturing while ensuring quality, reliability, and performance.

The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to support both new product development and existing product improvements.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop electronic circuits, schematics, and printed circuit board (PCB) layouts for new and existing products.
• Support hardware development activities through product design, prototyping, testing, validation, and production release.
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of electronic assemblies and systems.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including specifications, drawings, test procedures, reports, and design records.
• Select, evaluate, and qualify electronic components based on performance, availability, and cost requirements.
• Conduct laboratory testing using oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and other electronic test equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and support continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Work with suppliers and vendors regarding technical specifications, component quality, and engineering requirements.
• Support product transition from design into manufacturing.
• Contribute to initiatives focused on reliability, manufacturability, performance improvements, and cost optimization.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 4–7 years of experience in electronics design, hardware development, or product engineering.
• Experience creating schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer or equivalent design software.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design principles.
• Experience with hardware testing, validation, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with standard laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes and electronic analyzers.
• Familiarity with product development and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of RF, wireless communications, or telecommunications products is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

What We Offer

• 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental,life & more (coverage varies);
• RRSP program;
• Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations;
• 100% reimbursed for job-related training;
• On-going training available;
• Flexible hours of work based on position;
• Employee Referral Program;
• Employee Award Program;
• Plenty of on-site and street parking & a bus stop right in front of the office (bus 405, 410, 416);
• Leisure areas in the office, employees are encouraged to have some fun! (i.e., ping pong table, foosball, Wii, tabletop games, card games);
• Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, field trips, annual summer event, free snacks events, lunchroom has free flow of coffees & teas.

Please note that benefits may vary by location and employment status.

This is an on-site position, so relocation will be required. Remote work is not supported at this time.

Applicants must hold either a Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/ Study Permit. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for work authorization.

About Us

Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio, and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies.

Why Join Norsat International Inc.

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Norsat International Inc. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.