Supervisor, Electrical Engineering at NORSAT INTERNATIONAL INC – Richmond, British Columbia

About Us:

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 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.

Why Join Norsat International Inc.?

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Norsat International Inc. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.

Summary:

As Supervisor of the Electrical Engineering team in the Engineering Group you will report to the Director of Engineering. You will work with a multi-disciplinary team and provide technical oversight on electrical design and prototype assembly of the company’s products including the production of supporting documentation for fabrication and assembly.

What You'll Do:

• Provide production/manufacturing support (track/categorize issue reports, problem reports, update procedures, update designs due to component obsolescence, etc.).
• Produce technical documentation for manufacturing needs (specifications, procedures, test plans/procedures, modification instructions, etc.).
• Transform conceptual designs into detailed schematics, PCB layouts, fabrication and assembly drawings;
• Assemble, test and troubleshoot PCBA & electrical subsystems;
• Research, source and acquire OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) components.
• Interact with fabricators and suppliers of electrical parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Perform new design work and the detailing/completion of designs created by others;
• Delivery of products, milestones, and project deliverables on time and on budget
• Quality documentation – NCR, waivers, issues
• Ensure new product designs/processes meet overall systems performance requirements.
• Troubleshooting issues, documents update and change requests on Norsat products
• Product delivery for all products pass NPI passing Gate 2 and Gate 3
• Assisting in the transfer of designed and white label products to manufacturing.
• Review production procedures and update for accuracy and improved efficiency.
• Complete first article inspection for new components
• Initiate engineering change orders and update designs for Engineering approval.
• Work with Production to troubleshoot component failures, design issues and testing issues.
• Continuously improving our products/process through time and cost reduction.
• Maintain designated 5S areas.
• KPIs: On time delivery on projects and MO’s
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• B.A.Sc. in Electrical required
• Minimum 5 years of electrical engineering experience required in electronics design
• Experience in a supervisory role in electronics
• Schematic capture and PCB layout experience
• Relevant experience with Protel/Altium preferred
• Exposure to digital and analog electronic designs preferred
• Hands-on experience building, testing and troubleshooting electronic circuits
• Hands-on experience with test equipment including signal analyzers, vector network analyzers, signal generators and oscilloscopes
• Knowledge of RF fundamentals and design an asset

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.