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Job SummaryReporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics is responsible for working with the Engineering Team on the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipmentAs a Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics, your main responsibilities will include:Responsible for the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment in the 100W to 100kW power rangeWork closely with firmware designers to define project firmware/software requirementsProvide technical assistance to customers in support of new product development and legacy product support as requiredReview customer specifications and requirements and assist in the generation of bids and proposalsProvide budget, cost and schedule inputs for engineering projects and job assignmentsSpecify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and servicesSupport the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirementsDevelop prototypes to resolve key development risksGenerate engineering documentation in support of design activities and customer requirements, including specifications, test procedures and reports, failure reports, design analysis, program progress reports, and configuration management inputsWork collaboratively with Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Program Management to achieve material and labour design-to-cost targetsLead and direct the work of others as assignedSupport, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organizationAttend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetingsLead less-experienced engineersWhat you require to be successful in the role:Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent work experienceMinimum of seven (7) years of experience in electrical design in a light manufacturing environmentP. Eng. designation, and eligible for registration with Engineers NSFamiliarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is requiredExperience reading schematics and engineering specs, with a strong ability to troubleshootDemonstrated understanding and strong interests in power electronics and power converters designDemonstrated application of electronic theory, principles of electrical circuits, testing procedures and related knowledge to construct and debug power electronics circuitry in relation to the design of power conversion equipmentStrong ability to analyze, record, and interpret test data to determine product acceptabilityInvolvement in the design, development, modification, and analysis of various electronics systems.Supports engineering with a variety of complex engineering duties and/or hands on tasksAnalyzes, records, and interprets test data to determine product acceptability. Recommends changes in method or installation specifications to simplify tests or reduce test timesMulti-Layer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design capabilities considered an assetKnowledge of CAN, SPI, USB, I2C, RS485, RS232 communication protocols to new product designs considered an assetBenefits of working with DRS Canada:A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matterAn opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI's next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technologyFlexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balanceIndustry leading wellness program including:Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcareAn exceptional mental health benefitAccess to Employee and Family Assistance ProgramCompetitive compensation including:Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resourcesRegistered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial p