Electronics Engineer

Company Description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Job Description

Internal Job Title: Electronics Engineer
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid

Job Status: Existing Vacancy

Position Summary

As an Electronics Engineer in our Product Development group, you will play a key part in the selection, test, evaluation, and support of electronics and systems that support a range of CBN identity products and identity-adjacent systems. The position requires a generalist, with a broad range of interests and abilities, and a particular focus on HF RFID products.

Responsibilities

Design, Development, Test and Support

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and architectural specifications.
• Work closely with chip suppliers to ensure a mutually supportive relationship and evaluate/select new chip products for inclusion in our product lines.
• Apply cryptography and security technology knowledge to ePassport and smartcard projects.
• Develop, manage, and implement new manufacturing processes for RF products in a manufacturing environment.
• Design and develop RFID inlay antennas.
• Evaluate, test, and support electronic hardware for smartcards.
• Conduct system-level debugging, validation, and performance optimization.
• Provide troubleshooting support to resolve hardware issues in deployed systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in electronics, smartcards, and image processing. Research and recommend improvements to existing products and designs.

Documentation

• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, process flows, and performance reports.

Compliance

• Ensure product designs meet industry standards (FCC, CE, RoHS, ISO) and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security protocols for eID and ePassport systems (e.g., ISO/IEC, ICAO, EMV, GlobalPlatform).

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Smartcard and RFID (HF and UHF) systems and operations
  • Antenna theory
  • Image processing
• Nice to have (but not required):
  • Familiarity with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) ePassport standards and compliance frameworks
  • Familiarity with ISO SC17 standards
  • Post-Quantum cryptography

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
  • Analysis, problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Growth mindset

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in relevant position (electrical engineering, embedded systems, smartcards, etc.)
• Range of application experience

Technical Environment

• Embedded Systems: Smartcard Security processors, ARM Cortex, AVR, Raspberry Pi.
• Programming Languages: Java, JavaCard, C#, Python, ISO 7816.
• Industry Standards & Compliance: ISO, ICAO, AAMVA, FCC, CE, RoHS.

Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain (in a timely manner) and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) personal security clearance

Additional Information

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.