AutoCAD Hardware Engineer

2 weeks ago


Bedford, Canada Leonardo DRS Full time
b> is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 80 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics is responsible for working with the Engineering team on the design, development and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment. This role is based in our Bedford, NS location, and is an in-office/on-site role.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, your main responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
  • Responsible for the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment in the 100W to 100kW power range.
  • Work closely with firmware designers to define project firmware/software requirements.
  • Provide technical assistance to customers in support of new product development and legacy product support as required.
  • Provide budget, cost and schedule inputs for engineering projects and job assignments.
  • Develop prototypes to resolve key development risks.
  • Generate engineering documentation in support of design activities and customer requirements, including specifications, test procedures and reports, failure reports, design analysis, program progress reports, and configuration management inputs.
What you require to be successful in the role:
  • Possession of a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in electrical design in a light manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is required.
  • Experience reading schematics and engineering specs, with a strong ability to troubleshoot.
  • Demonstrated understanding and strong interests in power electronics and power converters design.
  • Demonstrated application of electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, testing procedures and related knowledge to construct and debug power electronics circuitry in relation to the design of power conversion equipment.
  • Strong ability to analyze, record, and interpret test data to determine product acceptability.
  • Involvement in the design, development, modification, and analysis of various electronics systems.
  • Supports engineering with a variety of complex engineering duties and/or hands-on tasks.
  • Analyzes, records, and interprets test data to determine product acceptability. Recommends changes in method or installation specifications to simplify tests or reduce test times.
  • Multi-Layer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design capabilities considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of CAN, SPI, USB, I2C, RS485, RS232 communication protocols to new product designs considered an asset.
  • An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology.
  • Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance.
Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare.Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources.Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning.

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