
Hardware Engineer – Power Supply & Circuit Design
- Burnaby, BC
- 92.300-112.800 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Design and develop single- and multi-phase switching regulators (primarily buck converters) with emphasis on current sharing.
- Design and implement linear voltage regulators for precision and low-noise applications.
- Design and implement inrush current controllers and efuses.
- Develop and optimize filters (using ferrites and inductors) to attenuate switching regulator voltage ripple and evaluate their frequency response.
- Evaluate output impedance and ensure regulator stability across load and operating conditions.
- Perform SPICE simulations to verify regulator stability, frequency response, and transient performance.
- Perform primitive thermal analysis of voltage regulators to ensure safe operating conditions and reliable system performance.
- Perform PCB design reviews (Allegro) with a focus on power integrity, grounding, and layout best practices.
- Create and maintain schematic designs using OrCAD Capture.
- Conduct lab measurements including:
- Voltage ripple characterization
- Bode plot generation
- Output impedance testing
- Step response analysis
- Work with IC vendors to:
- Identify and select the best power solutions for given requirements.
- Review schematic and PCB designs for compliance with vendor guidelines.
- Engage in troubleshooting efforts when issues arise.
- Contribute to signal conditioning circuit design and review for analog front-end applications.
- Participate in digital circuit design and review, ensuring reliable integration with mixed-signal systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust, production-ready hardware designs for cybersecurity computing platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Clear communication skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- MSc degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a specialization in Power Electronics.
- Minimum 1 year of work experience in hardware and power supply design.
- Excellent hands-on experience in lab testing, regulator design, and frequency/stability analysis.
- Proficiency in SPICE simulation tools, PCB design tools (Allegro), and schematic capture (OrCAD).
- Strong understanding of signal conditioning circuits, digital hardware, and system-level design considerations.
- Experience designing multi-phase converters with current balancing.
- Strong analytical skills in both circuit simulation and real-world measurements.
- Familiarity with mixed-signal design challenges and PCB-level noise mitigation.
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.