Electro-Mechanical Assembler

About the role

We are looking to hire an Electro-Mechanical Assembler for a full-time permanent day shift position. In this role, you will report directly to our Production Manager and be responsible for producing high-quality products. This hands-on position allows you to work independently and allows you to demonstrate your skills. As part of a small team of technical experts, you must be dedicated, an effective communicator, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is a great opportunity to develop your skills and grow in other areas within RBR.

What you'll do

• Build high-quality electromechanical assemblies
• Read through process documentation, bills of materials (BOM), drawings and electrical schematics to ensure accurate assembly of our products
• Perform high-quality soldering using soldering tools, microscope, and other equipment
• Collaborate within a fast-paced team environment to drive process improvements and cross-training initiatives.
• Work with the Research and Development department on new product introductions and contribute to the design of manufacturing (DFM) initiatives

What you bring

• 3-5 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment
• Mechanical and electronics assembly experience
• Highly competent in the use of assembly tools, crimping tools, automated equipment, multimeters, with good hand-eye coordination for small sensitive components
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience in working with optics is preferred
• Demonstrated experience with fine soldering and high-precision work
• IPC-A-610 and J-Standard certification would be a strong asset
• Proficient with computers as well as the capability to learn various programs a must
• Well organized, team player with good communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

About RBR

Since 1973, RBR has been designing and manufacturing oceanographic instruments in Ottawa, Ontario to measure our blue planet. The effects of climate change are being seen from the ocean’s abyss to the polar ice caps and our sensors quantify this change to support better analysis, improved planning, and more effective mitigation strategies. Our instruments measure water parameters in some of the harshest environments on the planet! They are mounted on underwater drones, dropped out of planes, and sent to the bottom of the ocean – sometimes for years at a time – all in an effort to get precise and accurate data to support climate research! We have been fortunate to be able to partner with some of the world's leaders in the field of ocean science, like Fisheries and Oceans Canada, The Scripps Institution of Oceanography, The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, The Norwegian Polar Institute, and The British Antarctic Survey, just to name a few!

At RBR, our people care about the environment, our community, their work, and - of course - each other! We value curiosity, experimentation, and doing the right thing, and while we do some serious work to support world-changing science, we don’t take ourselves too seriously – we like to let our hair down and cut loose too!

Current perks at RBR

20 days of vacation, plus a company-wide holiday shutdown and paid sick days

⏰ Flexible working hours 

Benefits from day 1 & RRSP contribution matching

Company-wide bonus program

Annual fitness reimbursement program

Greener commuting incentive program (bike-to-work, carpool, or transit passes)

EV reimbursement program + on-site charging stations

Charitable donation matching

Monthly Friday lunches (on us)!

At RBR, we celebrate and support diversity in our workplace, we are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We seek to recruit the best and most talented people for the job. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.