- Power Electronics

Hardware Design Engineer (Analog & Digital) Talent Network (Open Interest)

Location

Opportunities Available Across Canada (Remote, Hybrid, and Onsite)

Employment Type

Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Permanent Opportunities

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We partner with startup organizations, industry leaders, and Fortune 500 companies across Canada to support some of the most innovative engineering projects in the market.

Our Clients Span a Wide Range Of Industries, Including:

- Aerospace & Defence
- Telecommunications
- Semiconductor
- Medical Devices
- Automotive
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
- Consumer Electronics
- Energy & Utilities
- Transportation & Rail

We regularly support Hardware Engineering hiring initiatives and are always interested in connecting with talented Analog, Digital, FPGA, and Electronics Design Engineers who are open to learning about new opportunities.

Open Interest Posting

Are you a Hardware Design Engineer with experience in Analog and/or Digital Circuit Design?

Actalent receives frequent requests from clients seeking hardware professionals for product development, system design, testing, validation, and board-level electronics projects. This posting is intended to build our talent network for current and future opportunities. While this posting does not represent a specific opening, qualified candidates may be contacted regarding positions that align with their skills, experience, and career objectives.

Typical Responsibilities





- Designing analog and digital electronic circuits
- Developing hardware solutions for embedded and electronic systems
- Creating schematics and supporting PCB design activities
- Performing component selection and circuit analysis
- Supporting board bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting
- Conducting hardware validation, verification, and testing
- Working with firmware, software, systems, and manufacturing teams
- Performing root cause analysis and resolving hardware issues
- Supporting products throughout the full development lifecycle
- Creating technical documentation and design reviews

Desired Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of hardware design experience
- Experience with analog and/or digital circuit design
- Understanding of electronic components and system architectures
- Experience creating schematics and technical documentation
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

Additional Skills Considered Assets

- PCB Design and Layout
- Altium Designer
- Cadence OrCAD
- Mentor Graphics
- FPGA Design (Xilinx, Intel/Altera)
- High-Speed Digital Design
- Signal Integrity




- Power Electronics
- RF Design
- Mixed-Signal Design
- Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems
- Lab Equipment (Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Logic Analyzers)
- Hardware Verification and Validation
- EMC/EMI Testing
- Aerospace, Defence, Medical Device, Automotive, or Telecommunications experience

Why Work with Actalent?

- Contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent positions
- Projects with Fortune 500 companies and industry-leading organizations
- Exposure to cutting-edge electronics and embedded technologies
- Opportunities across multiple industries and technical domains
- Remote, hybrid, and onsite opportunities
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout your career search

For Eligible Contract Employees In Canada, Actalent Offers

- Comprehensive benefits through Manulife
- Paid vacation pay
- Paid statutory holiday pay (where applicable)
- Employee discounts and perks programs
- Ongoing career support and professional development opportunities

We also welcome applications from both incorporated consultants and individual applicants , depending on client requirements.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable Canadian human rights and accessibility legislation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, ON.

Pay And Perks

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📌 Hardware Design Engineer (Ottawa)
🏢 Actalent
📍 Ottawa