Electrical Engineer (Power Electronics)

Company Overview

VoltSafe is a fast-growing Canadian clean tech company headquartered in Vancouver, BC. In the past 140 years, humankind has invented radio, flight, television, reusable rockets, the Internet, the Hadron Collider, CRISPR and AI, yet… we still plug our toasters in like our great great grandparents did. While the world has remained infatuated with innovation at the device-end of electrical cords, VoltSafe is focused on innovation at the other end of the cord.

At VoltSafe, we are on a mission to revolutionize the way the world connects to electricity, making it safer, simpler, and smarter. We are driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to sustainability, and we believe that by working together, we can make a real difference in the world.

The company’s current product pipeline includes magnetic plug replacement solutions for household, commercial, marine, autonomous electric vehicles, and more.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an inventive, intelligent, passionate, and self-motivated Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Power Electronics and PCB design. The ideal candidate will thrive in the face of the unknown, tackling novel problems head-on, and will be comfortable in taking calculated risks to achieve extraordinary results. An ability to communicate effectively within our multidisciplinary team and lead in our talented engineering group is essential.

Responsibilities

  • PCB Design, schematic capture, board layouts, assemble, test, debug and integrate designs into existing systems
  • Confirm existing system and component capabilities by designing circuitry, testing, and executing test plans
  • Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components
  • Execute EVT and DVT builds to ensure DFM maturity prior to handoff to contract manufacturer
  • Work with interdisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful project deliveryPrepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Job Requirements

  • BSc/MSc degree in Electrical Engineering or a related subject.
  • 4+ years of industry experience in electrical engineering and hardware design.
  • Experience in schematic capture, board layout, multilayer stack-ups, and managing component libraries using Altium or Eagle.
  • Circuit design experience with micro-controllers and peripheral sensors, power supply topologies.
  • Analog design experience, including experience with signal acquisition, measurement of high bandwidth analog signals and high gain amplifiers.
  • Experience with oscilloscopes, high speed digital test equipment, logic analyzers, and function generators
  • Experience with communication interfaces, such as USB, I2C, and SPI
  • Experience programming in C, specifically initial system bring-up, debugging and test code.
  • Comprehensive understanding of power electronic devices, such as power switches, inductors, transformers, and capacitors.
  • Familiarity with PCB design principles and practices, DFM.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

What We Bring To The Table

  • We are one of Forbes Canada’s Best Startup Employers in 2024
  • A technology that has won numerous prestigious innovation awards (CES, IBEX, METS)
  • Highly sought-after team culture and work environment (open plan office).
  • A zero office politics environment focused uniquely on our world-changing products.
  • Flexible work options and remote work when not needed at HQ.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Annual budget for discretionary professional development.
  • Complimentary Nespresso, Cold Drinks, and Snacks.
  • Free hugs.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an inventive, intelligent, passionate, and self-motivated Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Power Electronics and PCB design. The ideal candidate will thrive in the face of the unknown, tackling novel problems head-on, and will be comfortable in taking calculated risks to achieve extraordinary results. An ability to communicate effectively within our multidisciplinary team and lead in our talented engineering group is essential.

Total Compensation: $90,000-$115,000

Starting Date: April 1st, 2024

VoltSafe supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Interested and have what it takes? E-mail your cover letter and resume to careers@voltsafe.com.