About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Full Time

Full-time | On-site – Ottawa, ON

Position Overview

This embedded electronics engineer will have a primary task of digital hardware development of embedded GNSS systems. This will be an active engineering role which will require innovation and close attention to detail. They will have the opportunity to acquire new skills while engaging in innovative product design. Experience with hardware design and embedded microcontroller software development will be required.

The embedded electronics engineer will be expected to develop new product features on embedded system platforms as well as support overall product test systems and operator configuration tool suites.

We welcome applications from candidates with relevant embedded systems experience, including recent graduates with strong co-op, internship, research, or project-based experience.

Responsibilities

Develop real time location based embedded applications for highly integrated positioning systems. Implement and maintain peripheral components including LTE cellular, GNSS, Wi-Fi, BLE, Ethernet, USB, CAN, and Serial. Code updates for proprietary Over the Air binary message protocols. Extend platform capabilities related to decryption of RTK service messages and resilient navigation capability.

Support full system product software development

Qualifications

Hands-on experience developing embedded systems, including firmware development, hardware design, system integration, testing, and debugging. Experience gained through professional work, co-op terms, internships, research, or academic projects will be considered. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline Experience with EDA tools, schematic capture, and PCB layout. Specifically, Altium Designer Able to operate a variety of Lab Bench test equipment (Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyser etc…) Coding experience with Embedded C and Embedded Linux (Yocto or similar) Familiar with Microchip MPLAB development environment

Additional Requirements

Ability to research components and read component data sheets. Good documentation skills to generate production documentation, test reports, and generate product user manuals.

Strong problem-solving skills

Able to recognize the importance and impact of issues and takes appropriate actions Able to self-manage tasks and responsibilities Ability to take a project from start to finish.

Must be eligible to obtain Controlled Goods Program (CGP) authorization

Compensation

$77,000 – $99,000

Vacancy

We have 1 available position(s).

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AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.

How we hire

Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.

Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self!

Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.

During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help.

We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines: Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media In your CV, highlight your key achievements - this is your time to brag Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience Prepare a list of questions to ask us Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person) We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process

Perks and benefits

Competitive, company-paid benefits

Generous time off package Stock purchase plan RRSP program Flexible work hours for eligible roles Programs to support employee health and well-being

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