Senior Hardware Design Engineer

We're hiring!About iENSO ***iENSO makes Embedded Vision and Edge AI platforms for companies that need to include AI, image processing, and data connectivity capabilities in intelligent IoT Products that can output actionable data so that humankind can make better decisions and be more efficient.
Our global network of expertise is in vision, design, development, and manufacture of optimized and scalable embedded vision systems for home automation, robotics, precision farming & agriculture, remote security, and medical equipment.
Our growing company is hiring for an experienced Embedded Hardware Design Engineer.Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
We look forward to reviewing your resume!Scope of Position:
Salaried, Full-Time (40 hrs/ week), HybridSalary:
TBD + BenefitsDate Posted:
January 21, 2025Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field8+ years of related experience in an engineering design and development environmentEmbedded system architecture and designMCU and high-speed designDesign with camera specific DSP / SoC chipsEmbedded & Analog Circuit Design for Imaging and Camera related productsKnowledge of PSPICE or equivalent for modeling of circuitsPCB design and Layout using ALTIUM and/or PADsLayout rules and standards IPC 2221.
IPC-A-610Designing with dense BGA chips, DDR types of memory, and different data-bus typesKnowledge of UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, PLL, ADC, MIPI, SDIO, ETH JTAG, serial FLASH Power chain, power up, power down, charging and power budget creationUnderstanding of embedded OS booting sequence and design implicationsUnderstanding low-noise analog design and EMI compliance considerationsAbility to write basic test code in C or C++ for bringing up and prototyping newly designed boards, a plus FPGA circuit design and related SW (VHDL), a plusHands on with prototyping circuits and ability to repair and rework for debugging and bringing up prototype PCBAsHands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, DVMs, logic analyzers, and other design and development supporting instruments and tools MS Windows / MS OfficePM softwareConfluence/ JiraVersion control SoftwareGood communication skillsStrong time-management skills Able to work independently as needed, and work closely with others as team player for joint tasksAbility to think fundamentallyStrong problem-solving skills, fast learning, and multi-tasking Taking initiative and ownershipPrevious experience with imaging and computer vision would be an assetEligibility to work in CanadaSome international travel may be requiredEssential Duties & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Systems Engineering, the Senior Embedded Hardware Design Engineer designs and develops hardware for embedded systems such as digital high-performance cameras, embedded systems that include wireless modules such as WiFi or Bluetooth & Cellular modem subsystems, high-speed data bus systems, and general imaging and vision related subsystems.
Working closely with mechanical and software engineers the position is responsible for selecting new components, designing digital imaging systems and subsystems, conducting various tests on prototypes, supporting and overseeing electrical certifications, and supporting the OPs team to transition designs to manufacturing.Collaboratively define, create and review embedded imaging related architectures and embedded HW designs with respect to:
System architecture and design aspect; Power flow and power integrity, General Signal flow and connector placement for DFM, RF link budgets, EMI/EMC considerations, DFM and Thermal considerations;Closely interface with the other development teams for:
Ensuring and validating component specifications, Defining hardware testing and developing testing requirements and protocols, Performing product Mech-Elec integration and product testing, Reviewing designs for DFM and power integrity, Participating in design reviews, Optimizing BOM during product design, Transitioning and supporting designs for EMI testing and other electrical testing such as PTCRB;Define internal product specification and preliminary BOM as it relates to:
Working with the Product and Engineering teams to define and maintain product HW specification, Selecting components for design suitability and cost, Putting together approximate BOM list tied to the design, Costing preliminary BOMs;Independently create or participate in creating design and development documentation:
Product requirement documents, Testing reports, GPIO tables, bus resource allocation tables, Power budget analysis documents, HW planning and review documents, Other relevant documentation as may be required by the project;Coordinate and interface with our OPs team for:
Component sourcing during development, Transitioning designs to MP, Assisting with factory MP testing preparation, Leading design issue resolution as it relates to MP, Identifying substitutes and long L/T parts to assist in MP readiness.In Accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), iENSO strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory.
If you require accommodation, please advise HR in advance of attending the interview.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
All other applicants are thanked for their interest.