Senior Hardware Design Engineer
Ranovus is a semiconductor company with global operations helping power the data behind next generation AI and data center networks. We design and build advanced hardware that moves massive amounts of information quickly and efficiently between computer systems in data centers around the world. Our technology improves performance while reducing energy use and environmental impact, supporting the rapid growth of AI and cloud services. At Ranovus, you’ll join a collaborative, inclusive team that values learning, flexibility, and meaningful work with global impact.

Location: Ottawa, ON

Department: Research & Development

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Design Engineer to join our R&D; team in Ottawa. The successful candidate will play a key role in the architecture, design, validation, and release of advanced hardware systems. This role requires robust technical leadership, hands-on design capability, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to hardware architecture and system-level design.

Conduct and participate in peer design reviews.

Support the development and definition of circuit pack functional requirements.

Participate in component engineering including component selection, coding, and review.

Capture detailed circuit-level schematics.

Perform design simulations and analysis.

Develop PCB stackups and guide PCB layout efforts.

Manage and coordinate PCB layout resources.





Work with high-speed RF transmission lines and high-speed digital interfaces.

Lead bring-up, debug, and characterization of new designs.

Mentor and guide junior hardware engineers.

Author, maintain, and contribute to technical documentation, including:

Functional Specifications

Hardware Design Specifications

Verification Test Plans

ECO Documentation and Design Release Packages

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline.

Minimum of 5+ years of relevant hardware design experience.

Proven board-level design experience including:

High-speed digital circuit design

Analog circuit design

Power supply / power management design

Processor and microcontroller interfaces

Clock distribution

FPGA-based designs

Experience with thermal management in hardware systems.

Knowledge of EMI/EMC design principles and compliance processes.

Experience with schematic capture tools (OrCAD).

Experience with PCB layout tools (Cadence Allegro).

Strong signal integrity analysis experience.

Experience with hardware tracking, validation, and testing processes.

Proficiency with lab characterization equipment:

Oscilloscopes, DVMs, Spectrum Analyzers, Optical test equipment

Hands-on troubleshooting skills and practical lab experience.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.{

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📌 Senior Hardware Design Engineer (Quebec City)
🏢 RANOVUS
📍 Quebec City