Electronics (Hardware) Engineer - Product Development Group

Company Description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Job Description

Internal Job Title: Hardware Engineer
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid

Position Summary

As an Electronics (Hardware) Engineer in our Product Development group, you will play a key part in the design and development of embedded systems that support a range of CBN identity products and identity-adjacent systems.

Responsibilities

Design, Development and Support

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and architectural specifications.
• Design, develop, and test electronic hardware and embedded systems for smartcard applications.
• Perform PCB design, schematic capture, and layout using industry-standard tools.
• Develop firmware and software in C# or other languages for embedded platforms.
• Develop and implement algorithms for image processing and computer vision tasks.
• Conduct system-level debugging, validation, and performance optimization.
• Stay current with emerging technonologies and trends in electronics, smartcards, and image processing and research and recommend improvements to existing products and designs.
• Provide troubleshooting support to resolved hardware issues in deployed systems.
• Work with machine vision products and personnel in Support of QA initiatives.

Documentation

• Create detailed documentation that captures design processes, technical specifications, and test procedures.

Compliance

• Ensure product designs meet industry standards (FCC, CE, RoHS, ISO) and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security protocols for smartcard systems (e.g., ISO/IEC 7816, EMV, GlobalPlatform).

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Embedded systems
  • Radio Frequency (RF) systems
  • Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Image processing
  • Smartcards (asset)
  • Relevant industry standards and compliance frameworks

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
  • Analysis, problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Growth mindset

Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in relevant position (hardware engineering, electrical engineering, etc.)
• Experience designing embedded systems

Technical Environment

• Embedded Systems: ARM Cortex, PIC, AVR, ESP32, Raspberry Pi.
• Programming Languages: Java, JavaCard, C#, Python.
• Industry Standards & Compliance: FCC, CE, ISO, RoHS, ICAO, AAMVA.

Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain Government of Canada Reliability (Level I) personal security clearance

Additional Information

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.