Job Identification
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Department: Engineering
Employment Status: Permanent, Part-Time, Hourly
Location of Job: Bouctouche, NB
Supervisor Job Title: Technical Manager
Job Summary
At Systemair, we have a passion for indoor air quality. We are constantly striving to provide ventilation solutions that improve health and productivity in an energy-efficient and sustainable manner. Entrepreneurship is in our DNA, and we continue to grow in terms of capabilities, product range, size, sales volume, and market share. We employ and empower people to take initiative and make decisions with the best interests of our customers and team at heart by achieving our goals to be an Employer, Brand, Investment, and Neighbor of Choice. Simply put, we prioritize, simplify, and trust, while committing to accountable behavior and personal responsibility at work and with our neighbors.
Under the direction of Technical Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of embedded controller development, including firmware development, hardware design support, and system integration. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in embedded systems and a proven ability to deliver reliable, production-ready solutions. This is a hands-on role involving technical ownership, product development, and support of next-generation control platforms, including connected and IoT-enabled systems.
With our continued growth, we are searching for a motivated individual who is aligned with our culture and has the essential skills and experience described below to take on this career opportunity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of embedded control systems, including firmware development and hardware integration.
- Support PCB design activities, including schematic capture, layout coordination, prototype testing, and release to production.
- Implement control algorithms to enhance system performance, efficiency, and reliability.
- Build and test prototypes to verify and refine design performance.
- Support design activities across the development process, from detailed design through manufacturing release.
- Prepare and maintain design-related technical documentation (e.g., schematics, bills of materials, and test procedures) in collaboration with the team.
- Troubleshoot and debug hardware and software issues related to assigned designs and prototypes.
- Provide input on design practices and support compliance with applicable industry standards.
Skills, Education, and/or Experience
- Relevant post-secondary education in Electrical/Electronics/Controls Technical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong experience in embedded systems, firmware (C/C++), and electronic design.
- Knowledge of PCB design, system integration, and debugging tools.
- Experience across full product lifecycle and design for manufacturability.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards (CSA, UL, CE, etc.).
- IoT/connectivity experience considered an asset.
- High attention to detail and analytical skills required.
- Organizational and problem-solving skills required.
- Able to work in a team-oriented setting as well as independently.
- Technical skills required for computers and tablets.
Job Conditions
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and looking at a computer.
- Light physical requirements – able to lift up to 20lbs.
- Sitting, lifting, squatting, pushing, or reaching for intermittent or extended periods.
Work Environment:
- Factory, Warehouse, Distribution Center, Office.
- May be exposed to loud, repetitive sounds from machinery or equipment.
- May use chemicals or other in accordance with MSDS.
- May operate machinery in close proximity or with objects exposed to eyes or face.
The job conditions described here and above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions of the position. Proper use of PPE such as safety glasses, closed toe shoes, hearing protection, gloves, face shields and other equipment as designated by the job being performed in a production environment is mandatory. Adherence to Systemair’s safety policy is a condition of employment.
