Senior Hardware Engineer

Algo Communication USA; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing technology company is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead a small engineering team in designing innovative audio and video communication products. This role involves hands-on development of PCB layouts and mentoring, requiring over a decade of experience. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hardware engineering focused on PCB layout and circuit design.
• Proven leadership or mentorship experience guiding a team.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design complex PCB layouts and circuit designs for audio and communication products.
• Lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers.
• Oversee project timelines and ensure high-quality output.

Skills

Leadership

Analog components

Digital components

Problem-Solving

Signal Integrity

Power Management

EMI/EMC considerations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PCB design software

Electronics test equipment

Job description

Algo is a rapidly growing technology company specializing in the manufacturing and supply of audio and video communication products. Our innovative solutions are designed to make industrial communication safe, simple, and effective. We collaborate with some of the largest technology companies globally to deliver cutting-edge products to our customers.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Hardware Engineer to join our engineering team. This player-coach role involves hands-on execution of projects while also leading a small team of 2-4 intermediate and junior engineers. The successful candidate will have a strong background in PCB layouts, schematics, and general design.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the hands-on design, development, and execution of hardware projects.
• Design and develop complex PCB layouts, schematics, and circuit designs for audio and communication products.
• Lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers, guiding their technical development and project contributions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, software, and mechanical engineering, to ensure cohesive integration of hardware components and bring up of new prototypes and platforms
• Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and technical milestones, ensuring high-quality output from both individual and team efforts.
• Conduct design reviews, troubleshooting, and debugging of hardware issues to optimize performance and reliability.
• Stay updated on the latest industry trends and emerging technologies, applying innovative solutions to hardware design challenges.
• Provide technical expertise in component selection, including evaluating the suitability of replacement components for various applications.
• Bring up and test new prototypes as they arrive
• Electrical troubleshooting of new prototype boards
• Soldering/wiring as necessary to fix prototypes
• Read and understand data sheets
• Select appropriate components for new designs
• Document designs, decisions and specs
• Develop test plans - both design test and production test
• Lead review and development of board changes for product enhancements and/or cost reduction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in hardware engineering, with a focus on PCB layout, schematics, and circuit design.
• Proven experience in a leadership or mentorship role, guiding a team of engineers.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design tools and techniques, including hands-on experience with industry-standard software.
• Expertise in designing with analog and digital components, and experience with TI products is a significant asset.
• Solid understanding of signal integrity, power management, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality, reliable hardware designs.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with electronics test equipment
• Ability to pick up new tools and technologies quickly
• Must have the unrestricted right to work in Canada without requiring sponsorship.

Valuable Additional Qualifications

• Experience with low-power circuit design.
• Knowledge of audio and video communication hardware.
• Familiarity with microcontroller-based designs and embedded systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and experience in transitioning designs from prototype to production.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and testing standards for electronic products.

The successful candidate MUST be located already in the Greater Vancouver area of BC.

Remote applications and candidates requiring relocation assistance will NOT be accepted.

The pay range for this role is:

160,000 - 180,000 CAD per year (Canadian HQ)