Hardware Engineer

About Renaissance:

Corporately located in Ottawa, Canada, Renaissance is a leader in telecommunications, electronics and harsh environment repair, engineering, logistics and support solutions. We optimize the life cycles of our global customers by innovating what is available, to access the unavailable.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance.

For additional information on Renaissance, please visit our website at www.renrns.com. 

Overall Requirements:

Our Engineering Department is looking for a new teammate, someone who is an experienced, high-energy hardware engineer with a solid understanding of electronics.  If you have a talent for thinking out of the box, and creativity when it comes to solving problems that seem to have no solution, we are looking for you.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting of complex systems, engaging in advanced problem-solving with limited to no documentation available


• Develop new, improve existing and evaluate diagnostic and repair methods and test procedures suitable for a wide range of legacy and new electronic products


• Reverse-engineer medium to complex electronic boards, modules and systems with the goal of developing improved test capability


• Use of lab test equipment while performing advanced electronic measurements


• Configuration of complex telecom systems


• Automate tests and diagnostic processes


• Develop In-circuit reprogramming methods


• Identify solutions for component obsolescence, again this need will require creativity and imagination


• Work in sync with the purchaser to determine product specifications


• Help facilitate production capabilities and processes


• Write technical specifications, train test personnel, present technical demos – helping others is critical to our success

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline


• 5+ years of relevant experience

Additional Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of electronic components, their function, main electrical parameters and typical failure modes


• Solid working knowledge of both legacy (asset) and current ICs, both digital and analog, microcontrollers, interfaces and protocols


• Effective troubleshooting of complex electronic PCBs in lab environment


• Proficient in electronic prototyping, design and performing electronic measurements


• Ability to develop and document diagnostics, test procedures, etc.


• Ability to engage in technical discussions with the engineering team


• Experience with projects in Defense area is an asset


• Experience in Telecom systems is an asset


• Experience in RF troubleshooting is an asset


• Experience in LabVIEW development is an asset


• Experience in PCB Layout design is an asset

Renaissance Repair and Supply values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to providing access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact [email protected]

This position may require exposure to confidential information. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements of the Controlled Goods Directorate (CGD).

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