Systems Engineer in Richmond, British Columbia at NORSAT INTERNATIONAL INC
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Job Description
Summary:
We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our multidisciplinary Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and lifecycle management of integrated hardware/software systems for robotic platforms, drone solutions, and satellite communication terminals.
This position focuses on embedded systems, system architecture, and software-hardware integration, with responsibilities spanning requirements definition, system design, development, testing, and field support.
What You'll Do:
- Translate stakeholder input (Sales, Product, Engineering, Customers) into system and software requirements specifications
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and system-level architectures for robotics, drone control, and satellite platforms
- Develop and enhance robot/drone management and control systems
- Define and execute system verification and validation plans, including test procedures
- Perform integration, debugging, and performance optimization for software interacting with hardware systems
- Create and maintain technical documentation and user-facing materials
- Support deployed systems by:
- Diagnosing field issues
- Delivering timely resolutions
- Implementing improvements to prevent recurrence
- Collaborate cross-functionally across electrical, mechanical, and production teams to deliver fully integrated systems
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, or Systems Engineering, or Computer Science
- 2+ years of experience in embedded systems or systems engineering roles
- Proficiency in programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python
- Strong knowledge of:
- Embedded systems development
- Software engineering principles and methodologies
- Object-oriented design and multi-threaded systems
- Linux-based systems (experience with RTOS is an asset)
- Experience with communication protocols: UART, CAN, SPI, I2C, TCP/IP, UDP, RTSP
- Familiarity with Agile development practices
- Experience with system integration, testing, and debugging
- Working knowledge of version control and issue tracking tools
- Ability to produce clear technical and customer-facing documentation
What We Offer:
- Paid vacation days;
- 5 paid sick days;
- 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & more (coverage varies);
- RRSP program;
- Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations;
- 100% reimbursed for job-related training;
- On-going training available;
- Flexible hours of work based on position;
- Employee Referral Program;
- Employee Award Program;
- Plenty of on-site and street parking & a bus stop right in front of the office (bus 405, 410, 416);
- Leisure areas in the office, employees are encouraged to have some fun! (i.e., ping pong table, foosball, Wii, tabletop games, card games);
- Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, field trips, annual summer event, free snacks events, lunchroom has free flow of coffees & teas.
Please note that benefits may vary by location and employment status.
This is an on-site position, so relocation will be required. Remote work is not supported at this time.
Applicants must hold either a Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/ Study Permit. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for work authorization.
Why Join Norsat International Inc.?
Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable robotic and drone solutions, customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations and Fortune 1000 companies.