The Senior Hardware Engineer will be a member of the Optical Engines R&D; team responsible for designing pluggable optical transceiver modules for metro, core, and data center applications. The successful candidate will have proven competency in high-speed electronic design, signal integrity management, and product development throughout the complete product lifecycle. This role will work closely with hardware, FPGA, firmware, test, and mechanical engineering teams to deliver innovative optical networking products from concept through production.

Experience with simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, and other signal integrity analysis tools is highly desirable. Specify, design, test, integrate, and release new optical transceiver products to production.

Create Hardware Unit Design

Specifications and test plans. Design solutions utilizing bare-die components and advanced microelectronic assembly techniques, including wire bonding and flip-chip technologies. Provide guidance to CAD designers throughout PCB development activities.

Collaborate with FPGA, firmware, and test engineering teams during product integration and validation. Perform signal integrity analysis and high-speed simulations using industry-standard tools. Provide engineering support for products in production and work directly with contract manufacturing partners.

Work cross-functionally across R&D; disciplines to meet product performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives. Work independently on assigned design activities with minimal supervision. BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.



~Strong fundamentals in electromagnetic and RF design, including impedance matching and S-parameter analysis. ~ Experience with high-speed RF measurements and characterization techniques. ~ Experience with fiber optic testing and measurements. ~ Spectrum Analyzers Network Analyzers Logic Analyzers Function Generators BER Test Sets. ~ Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. Knowledge of optical component reliability requirements and telecommunications standards, including Telcordia, IEC, and ITU. Programming experience using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW for automation and test development.

Knowledge of signal integrity and power integrity analysis techniques.

Travel Requirements

Approximately 10% travel. 5% domestic travel 5% international travel Adtran is a leading global provider of fiber-based networking solutions and SaaS applications, focused on the broadband access market. Our comprehensive portfolio spans from the metro core to the customer premises, enabling network providers to deliver Gigabit broadband to every home and business. With a diverse and inclusive team spread across the globe, our culture embraces creativity and seeks innovation and quality in everything we do.

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📌 Senior Hardware Performance Engineer (Ottawa)
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