Electronics Engineer @ Actalent

Job Title: Electronics EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a hands-on Electronics Engineer to support the testing, troubleshooting, and development of electronic hardware and devices. In this role, you will work closely with a collaborative engineering team to execute test protocols, diagnose hardware issues, and contribute to PCB design and development activities for innovative medical devices that positively impact patients with neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on hardware and device testing using established test protocols to ensure reliable and accurate performance.
• Understand, recreate, and execute electrical and electronic testing procedures to validate hardware functionality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and repair PCB and hardware issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Read and interpret PCB schematics and electrical designs to support testing, debugging, and design improvements.
• Use Altium for PCB-related activities, including design updates, documentation, and collaboration with the engineering team.
• Operate laboratory and electronic test equipment to diagnose issues and validate device performance against requirements.
• Perform hands-on soldering and hardware modifications on PCBs and assemblies as required for testing and rework.
• Collaborate closely with engineering team members to resolve technical issues and support ongoing development projects.
• Support PCB design and development activities, including schematic design, layout reviews, and design verification.
• Contribute to hardware validation and verification efforts, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and design specifications.
• Apply knowledge of IEC standards to support testing and documentation for regulatory and safety compliance.
• Assist in the development and refinement of test protocols and procedures for medical device hardware.
• Document test results, troubleshooting steps, and design changes clearly to support traceability and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• 35+ years of experience in hardware and device testing in an electronics engineering environment.
• Proven experience with PCB troubleshooting and debugging, including identifying and resolving component-level issues.
• Hands-on soldering experience with PCB assemblies and electronic components.
• Practical experience using electronics laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Proficiency with Altium for PCB design and related activities.
• Ability to read and interpret PCB schematics and electrical designs accurately.
• Experience with hardware validation and verification activities.
• Experience working with medical devices or similar regulated electronic products.
• Knowledge or experience with IEC standards relevant to electronic and medical device compliance.
• Experience in consumer electronics or aerospace environments, or similar complex hardware domains.
• Education in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or an equivalent electronics or technician program.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience designing PCBs from scratch, including schematic capture and layout considerations.
• Experience with schematic design tools and workflows for complex electronic systems.
• Exposure to medical equipment, software, supplies, or services related to diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment of neurological and sensory impairments.
• Familiarity with hardware validation and verification processes in regulated industries.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-site engineering teams and communicate technical information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical approach to debugging and testing.
• Motivation to work on life-changing equipment that supports individuals with serious neurological issues and contributes to meaningful outcomes.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Oakville, ON.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Oakville,ON.

À propos d'Actalent

Actalent est un leader mondial dans les services dingénierie et de sciences ainsi que dans les solutions de talents. Nous aidons des entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives dingénierie et de science grâce à laccès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent léchelle, linnovation et la rapidité de mise sur le marché. Avec un réseau de près de 20 000 consultants et 5 000 clients à travers les États-Unis, le Canada, lAsie et lEurope, Actalent dessert de nombreuses entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers dêtre lune des 500 meilleures firmes de conception de lEngineering News-Record (ENR) pour nos services de conception en ingénierie et un lauréat du prix ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® tant pour le service client que pour les talents.

Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de légalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut dancien combattant, dun handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.