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Electrical Engineer Staff

Richmond, BC
Mid Level
Full-time

About the role

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.

Summary:

As an Electrical Engineer, you will perform electrical design and prototype assembly of the company’s products, including the production of supporting documentation for fabrication and assembly. You will also be responsible for sourcing components and generating BOMs (Bill of Materials) for assemblies.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide production/manufacturing support (track/categorize issue reports, problem reports, update procedures, update designs due to component obsolescence, etc.).
  • Produce technical documentation for manufacturing needs (specifications, procedures, test plans/procedures, modification instructions, etc.).
  • Transform conceptual designs into detailed schematics, PCB layouts, fabrication and assembly drawings;
  • Assemble, test and troubleshoot PCBA & electrical subsystems;
  • Research, source and acquire OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) components.
  • Interact with fabricators and suppliers of electrical parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Perform new design work and the detailing/completion of designs created by others;
  • Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

  • B.A.Sc. in Electrical (or Mechatronics with strong electronics skills) required
  • Minimum 2 years of electrical engineering experience required in electronics design
  • Schematic capture and PCB layout experience
  • Relevant experience with Protel/Altium preferred
  • Exposure to digital and analog electronic designs preferred
  • Hands-on experience building, testing and troubleshooting electronic circuits
  • Hands-on experience with test equipment including signal analyzers, vector network analyzers, signal generators and oscilloscopes
  • Labview experience an asset
  • Knowledge of RF fundamentals and design an asset

What We Offer:

  • Paid vacation days;
  • 5 paid sick days;
  • 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 Norsat International Inc.

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Norsat International, 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 microwave components, fly-away satellite terminals, microwave components, M2M Solutions, maritime based satellite terminals and remote network connectivity solutions. Through its Sinclair Division, Norsat is a leading provider of antenna and RF conditioning products, systems and coverage solutions for public safety, defense and private wireless networks.

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. Customers include NATO, the United States Department of Defense, Marine Corps, Army, Navy and Air Force; FOX News, CBS News; Boeing, Reuters, Motorola, TESSCO, General Dynamics and others.