A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Senior Electronic Engineer at Photon Control Inc., a subsidiary of MKS Instruments, Inc. you will design and develop high-precision measurement and instrumentation products, focusing on analog and digital electronics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure well-integrated hardware and software solutions, from initial design to final production and testing. In this role, you will report to the Director of Engineering.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Hands-on design and debugging of analog and digital electronics for high precision measurement and instrumentation products.
• Expertise in mixed low signal level analog & digital designs including EMI/EMC designs.
• Development of analog and digital electronics for the control of new and existing products
• Selection of Microcontrollers/FPGAs suitable for new product designs.
• Extensive schematic design & PCB layout experience Altium preferred
• Development and execution of test plans and design verification testing, creation of jigs.
• Expertise in hardware debugging in a lab environment, reliability test protocols.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, MODBUS, ETHERCAT.
• Creation and review of technical documentation including BOMs, board assembly information, circuit block diagrams. Part sourcing and selection.
• Familiarity with microcontroller (embedded) development and C, C++, Assembly programming.
• Understanding of and familiarity with FPGA circuits using VHDL.
• Ensuring that the software and hardware are well-integrated, the device functions as expected and is thoroughly tested
• Development and implementation of regression test plans.
• Proficient in firmware revision control, SVN, GIT.
• Conceptualizing and designing the overall product from initial product design to final production including functionality, size, shape, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaboration with mechanical team on creating 3D models and drawings, test jig designs.
• Support prototype fabrications to test functionality, durability and other design aspects.
  
  

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience, ideally with some technical leadership roles. 8+ years experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of circuit design, PCB layout, and testing methodologies, ideally for high accuracy applications.
• Hands on experience with embedded systems and microcontroller programming.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations such as ISO, RoHS, REACH and Safety Certifications such as CSA, UL or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong engineering fundamentals, including DOE, FMEA, 8D, algorithm development and implementation, with hands on testing and optical signal processing experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Coaching and mentoring junior engineers.
• Experience in the semiconductor industry a plus.
• Professional Engineering designation within Canada (P.Eng.) is desirable.
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time.
• Operates in a professional office and laboratory/manufacturing environment.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average.
  
  

Benefits:

• Bonus Percentage Plan
• RRSP Matching Program
• Healthcare Including Medical, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, Medical Travel Insurance
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Recognition Awards
• Additional Flex Day Off with Spending Allowance
• Transit Zone 1 Reimbursement
• Active Social Committee Programs
  
  

Compensation:

Salary Pay Range: $80,500 - $145,000 CAD per year. This range is a reasonable expectation of pay for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience, education, training, operational and business needs and other considerations.