Embedded Tester Co-op

WHY JOIN CRITICAL ENVIRONMENT? 

Help us make safer air available everywhere 

Critical Environment Technologies (CET) is the largest independent commercial gas-detection manufacturer in North America. We design, manufacture, and service gas-detection systems that integrate with HVAC and building automation and controls systems across commercial, institutional, municipal, and industrial applications—from parking facilities and refrigeration plants to arenas, wineries, swimming pools, and water-treatment facilities. 

Our products are used across every US state and Canadian province and in more than 20 countries. Continued investment in research and development keeps our equipment and our people at the leading edge of a rapidly evolving industry. 

Our mission, Safer Air Everywhere, has never been more important. It guides how we develop products, serve customers, protect the environment, and work together. 

We’re a growing, collaborative team where people are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact. Our culture is built around five straightforward values: 

• Stay curious. 

• Give a sh*t about our work and each other. 

• Get things done. 

• Maintain a positive attitude. 

• Act with integrity.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Embedded Software (Co-op) to join our testing team in Delta, BC.  

In this role, you will work on evaluating and validating embedded software used in gas detector systems. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in software testing for critical safety systems in a collaborative and innovative environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 
 

(i) Testing and Debugging 

• Conduct functional, performance, and regression testing of firmware and software.
  


• Perform hardware testing to validate system functionality under various conditions.
  


• Identify, document, and track bugs, issues, or inconsistencies using issue-tracking tools.
  


• Assist in setting up test environments and ensuring accurate test execution. 

(ii) Documentation 

• Prepare detailed test reports, highlighting findings and recommendations for software improvements.
  


• Maintain documentation of testing procedures and results to ensure traceability and compliance with quality standards. 

(iii) Collaboration 

• Work closely with software and hardware engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  


• Participate in team meetings and provide insights on testing progress and challenges 

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES YOU WILL BRING: 

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary Co-op program in in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field (Bachelors or Masters) 

• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers 

• Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++ 

• Experience with testing tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or debuggers) 

• Understanding of software development and testing lifecycle 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality 

• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• An attractive hourly wage of $21 per hour 


• An opportunity to make an outsized contribution along with a great team and company culture 


• Hands-on experience in testing safety-critical embedded systems while working with a team of experienced engineers and mentors 


• Employment in a stable, successful, growing, Canadian company 
  

If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and where you can contribute to a small team doing meaningful work, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.