Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Ecl; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in electronic systems is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer based in Edmonton, Alberta. This role involves designing and developing embedded hardware solutions for fire and security systems, collaborating with teams to ensure regulatory compliance and reliability. With a bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in embedded design, the ideal candidate will contribute to developing safety-critical products and have proficiency in PCB design tools like Altium or OrCAD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in embedded circuit design for safety-critical systems.
• Eligible for registration with APEGA.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded hardware solutions.
• Contribute to embedded firmware development.
• Collaborate on hardware, firmware, and software integration.
• Prototype, test, and debug designs.

Skills

PCB design tools

Analog and digital circuit design

Embedded systems design

Embedded microcontrollers

Embedded firmware development

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

Eagle

Job description

SENIOR EMBEDDED SYSTEMS ENGINEER

THE OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Hardware & Firmware) to join Harding Technologies based in Edmonton, Alberta. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Embedded Systems Engineer will work hands‑on across embedded hardware design and supporting firmware, contributing to the development of reliable, safety‑critical products used in fire and security systems.

The Senior Embedded Systems Engineer will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to design, test, and integrate embedded solutions, from schematics and PCB design through to validation, test automation, and system integration, while maintaining a strong focus on reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards (UL, NFPA, ULC, CE). This is an opportunity for an experienced embedded engineer who enjoys building real products, solving practical problems, and seeing designs through to production.

THE ORGANIZATION

Harding Technologies is a leading manufacturer of advanced electronic building control and communication equipment, specializing in solutions for the fire industry and communication systems for industrial and institutional buildings. It specializes in cutting‑edge safety solutions that meet rigorous industry standards, ensuring reliability and compliance in critical environments.

For more information, please visit www.harding-tech.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop embedded hardware solutions for fire and security systems, including schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Contribute to embedded firmware development and system‑level integration, including support for test fixtures, automation, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless hardware, firmware, and software integration throughout product development.
• Prototype, test, debug, and validate designs to ensure reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support certification and compliance activities in accordance with industry standards such as UL, ULC, NFPA, FM, and CE.
• Produce clear and accurate technical documentation, including design files, test reports, and validation records.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives across product development and manufacturing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Controls or a related field.Master's degree an asset.
• 5+ years in embedded circuit design, particularly for safety‑critical systems (fire detection, security, or emergency response).
• Eligible for registration with APEGA.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong proficiency with PCB design tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or Eagle.
• Proven experience designing and troubleshooting analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Experience designing embedded systems from the circuit level through system integration.
• Hands‑on experience with embedded microcontrollers (e.g., ARM, PIC) and communication protocols (e.g., I²C, SPI, RS-485, CAN).
• Practical exposure to embedded firmware development, including state machines, RTOS‑based systems, or embedded Linux environments.
• Understanding of design for manufacturability, reliability, and test.
• Working knowledge of safety and regulatory standards, including UL, NFPA, ULC, and CE.
• Familiarity with wireless communication technologies (e.g., Wi‑Fi, Zigbee, cellular) is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT

Sandy Jacobson | T: 780.944.1327 | E: [e-mail] | www.richardsonsearch.ca