Lead software engineer Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

The Hardware Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, testing, and optimizing hardware components for our innovative products. You will be working directly on new and existing connected gas detecting and lone-worker safety devices across Blackline Safety’s entire portfolio of hardware products. In addition to electrical design, you will collaborate with mechanical, firmware, manufacturing process and quality engineers to realize best-in-class, high-quality devices to be delivered in volume production. Blackline Safety internally architects, designs, tests, manufactures and sells our products with internal engineering, SMT, firmware & software, and customer support teams.

In this role, you will contribute to the electrical architecture, schematic design, PCB layout, and system-level integration of multi-layer boards that meet performance, integration, and cost requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, integration, and verification of printed circuit boards (PCBs), flexible printed circuits (FPCs), and overall system-level solutions
• Work with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and design constraints
• Identify, diagnose and drive electrical-related issues to closure
• Communicate regular schedule and status updates to product leads
• Travel within Canada and overseas as required

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience designing high-volume consumer/industrial electronic products
• Strong EE fundamentals and hands-on experience in prototype bring-up and debugging, as well as functional verification and reliability testing
• Experience with component selection, schematic capture and layout of HDI designs (Altium Designer preferred)
• Experience with voltage regulators (SMPS, LDO), power delivery networks, analog and mixed-signals, and battery-powered designs
• Experience with low-speed and high-speed digital interfaces (I2C, UART, SPI, USB, MIPI) and signal integrity fundamentals
• Familiarity with using tools and standard lab equipment such as protocol analyzers, JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
• Strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Bonus points for:
• Experience with wireless chipsets and RF design including cellular, GNSS, Wi-Fi, BLE, and NFC
• Experience with programming languages such as C/C++ and Python
• Experience with digital and analog simulation tools (LTspice, PowerDC/SI)
• Experience with gas detection including electrochemical, IR, catalytic bead and other sensors
• Experience designing for and resolving challenges related to EMC, product safety standards and other regulatory compliance requirements
• Familiarity with hazardous location intrinsic safety standards, designs and certifications
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensing
• Leadership and mentoring experience

Total Rewards

At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include:

• Competitive base salary and annual compensation review
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits*
• Mental health and wellness support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions
• Paid vacation, personal and sick days*
• Professional development opportunities
• Education funding
• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture
• Exclusive access to perks and discounts
• A flexible ‘Dress for Your Day’ environment

*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@blacklinesafety.com. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates.

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If you’re passionate about technology, safety, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a safer, more connected world.

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