Develop pH and electrochemical sensors onsite in Kanata, Ontario, combining hands-on experimentation with chemistry and sensor development expertise.
As a Senior Sensor Engineer at RBR, you will specify, develop, and characterise sensors for ocean instruments. Your work will span requirements, testing, verification, calibration, and troubleshooting. You will collaborate with firmware, electronics, mechanical, software, systems, and oceanography specialists while supporting several projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and characterise chemical and electrochemical sensors
- Design experiments evaluating sensor performance and guiding decisions
- Refine calibration methods with the calibration laboratory team
- Troubleshoot hardware and software issues for production support
- Create technical specifications and prototype verification plans
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, or related science
- Five or more years in sensor development or instrumentation
- Robust chemistry or electrochemistry background, including pH sensors
- Experience using laboratory equipment and data analysis tools
- Proficiency with Python or MATLAB and written English
Apply sensor development, electrochemistry, experimentation, and calibration expertise to RBR instruments supporting ocean and climate science.
📌 Senior Chemical Sensor Engineer (Ottawa)
🏢 RBR
📍 Ottawa