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Are you interested in working with a promising startup in one of the hottest fields of technology today? With our fleet of 100% electric grass-cutting and snow removal robots, sustainability is our mission and safety is a precondition of our culture. We have clients all over Canada and have expanded into the USA this year. In our collaborative and innovative work environment, we believe anything is possible with the right team and the right tools!
As an Electrical Engineer, you will work with a cross-functional team to design, build, test, and mass produce a mobile electric robot. The scope of your work will mainly be electrical, but you will be dealing with mechanical and software projects as part of your daily routine. You will be responsible throughout the entire stage of the design cycle, from the initial concept to production.
We are looking for someone who is in the Waterloo region and able to work in-office.
Job Responsibilities:
Work on the design of systems to improve the operations of our robot.
Schematic design of electrical components and connections.
Improving the manufacturing and assembly process of the robot.
Supporting the BOM and ensuring components meet manufacturing requirements.
Prototyping new designs for future projects.
Validating and generating test plans that reduces the risk of product failure.
Oversee the electrical assembly of the fleet ensuring that our robots are assembled in a production-ready way.
Perform electrical troubleshooting on robots as needed.
Debugging the system, including PCBs, wire harness, sensors, etc.
Develop embedded code allowing for actuators and sensors to be interfaced and communicated.
Constantly be improving the power delivery system of the robot as new features are implemented.
Skills/Experience:
Strong background in electrical theory, specifically in power systems and low voltage delivery systems.
Programming experience in C and Python.
Strong communication and debugging skills.
Experience with PCB layout and schematic capture.
Experience with electrical test equipment, soldering, and hand tools.
Nice to Haves:
Experience with high-power mobile robotic applications (including motor controllers, motors, and EV power architecture).
Previous hands-on experience working with electronics in a workplace setting.
Familiarity with digital communication busses (CAN, RS-232, USB, Ethernet etc).
Familiarity implementing and programming of microcontrollers.
Experience with electrical schematics and wire harness layout.
Experience building cable harnesses with various connectors and crimp tools.
Experience with EMC design.
Experience with Linux systems.
Knowledge of ROS is considered an asset.
Swap Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please let us know if any accommodation is needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential.
