Senior Electrical Engineer (Bedford, Nova Scotia, CA, B4B 1G9)
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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
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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
As a Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics, your main responsibilities will include:
- 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
- Review customer specifications and requirements and assist in the generation of bids and proposals
- Provide budget, cost and schedule inputs for engineering projects and job assignments
- Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
- Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
- 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
- Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Program Management to achieve material and labour design-to-cost targets
- Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
- Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
- Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
- Lead less-experienced engineers
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
P. Eng. designation, and eligible for registration with Engineers NS
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
Benefits of working with DRS Canada:
- A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
- 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
- Industry leading wellness program including: Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare An exceptional mental health benefit Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
- An exceptional mental health benefit
- Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Competitive compensation including: 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 Maternity and Parental leave top-up Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
- 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
- Maternity and Parental leave top-up
- Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
About DRS Pivotal Power
DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is growing, and is seeking new talent to bring leading edge power solutions to its customers around the world. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics Group.
All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.
Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com careers.
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