:Reftek Systems is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Sensor R&D; Engineer to design, prototype and test analog electro-magnetic feedback seismic sensors. This role merges skills from numerous fields and requires a critical thinker with excellent problem solving skills. The successful candidate will work in our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office as part of a team focused on expanding our sensor offerings.

About Reftek Systems:For the past fifty years, Reftek Systems has been a leading seismic monitoring solutions provider worldwide. We specialize in designing and manufacturing digitizers and instrumentation that are known for ease-of-use, reliability and overall value. We serve clients in the earth science, structural health monitoring and hazard monitoring communities from our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

- Electrical/Mechanical design of transducers to meet performance targets.
- Design closed-loop feedback and signal circuits and printed circuit assemblies that meets product specifications
- Perform FEM modeling, analyze trade-offs and correlate models and theory with experimental data.
- Plan and execute prototype builds; conduct characterization (frequency and magnitude response, self-noise, temperature effects) and document results.




- Design calibration and test methods; contribute to verification/validation.
- Collaborate with production on fixturing, tolerances, and DFM. Support transfer to production.
- Evaluate materials and novel fabrication techniques; contribute to IP strategy and technology roadmaps.

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary degree in Physics, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical or Systems Engineering
- 5+ years’ experience in closed loop feedback systems for analog sensor design.
- Hands-on experience with low-noise system design, including measurement and noise mitigation techniques.
- Hands-on experience with prototype builds, signal generators, and transducer testing/characterization.
- Knowledge of schematic and PCB design software

Preferred Skills:

- Proficiency with FEM/Simulation tools and data analysis

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- RRSP Matching Program
- Collaborative and innovative work setting.
- Flexible work hours

How to Apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to [email protected].

Reftek Systems Inc. thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Sensor R&D Engineer (Dartmouth)
🏢 Reftek Systems
📍 Dartmouth