Murata Power Solutions is a leading provider of power conversion products that are sustainable and efficient. We are focused in two transformative technology, macro market segments; Server, Storage, Networking (SSN) and E-Mobility, including electric vehicles, robotics and energy storage. Ranked amongst the world’s top 5 suppliers of breakthrough power electronics, we design and manufacture the industry’s broadest offering of standard products and are a market leading designer of custom power solutions.
Well known for the quality of its products and workforce, we can provide you the opportunity to work with talented people and a management team focused on growth and the ongoing development of leading-edge technologies for many of the world’s major OEM’s.
Position Summary
At the Toronto Design Centre, our Product Development teams provide solutions to our customers through the design and development of AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies. In this role, you will :
- Perform design, design verification and validation testing on AC-DC and DC-DC power supply products throughout the various stages of the design process
- Provide troubleshooting and failure analysis of analog and power conversion circuits.
- Have an opportunity to grow toward an Intermediate Design Engineering position
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Design and simulation of various AC / DC and DC / DC converters.Testing and troubleshooting of board level circuits, power converters, control boards, and protection circuits.Perform schematic entry, calculations, simulations, & bread-boarding in the design processPreferably work with microcontrollers for firmware modificationsPerform non-automated tests and evaluations on operating analog circuitry using discrete test equipment.Set up, debug, and monitor standard and specialized test equipment to verify and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components and assemblies.The incumbent must have a strong knowledge of analog electronic components, and their limitations and be able to analyze circuit behaviour.Applicants must know, in detail, the definitions and application impact of specified parameters of BJT’s, MOSFET’s, diodes, opamps, and comparators.Job Duties / Responsibilities Cont.
Education
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering
Experience Required
Electrical / Electronic Engineering DegreeEngineer = PEO Licensed
Designer = Degree OR Equivalent Work Experience.Minimum of 1year electronic circuitry troubleshooting to the component level (preferably with power conversion products)Strong knowledge in switching power supplies AC / DC, DC / DC with various topologies (Full-Bridge, Half-Bridge, Forward, Boost, Flyback, Soft Switching, Bridgeless PFC, synchronous rectification, current sharing, etc.) and knowledge in resonant converter such as LLC, LCC converters.Sound knowledge of control theory and their implementationsStrong knowledge in magnetics. Inductors, transformers and EMI filters.Demonstrated understanding of analog electronic circuits.Sound knowledge of power electronic components, their characteristics, and specifications.Demonstrated hands-on skills in debugging and repairing analog circuitry to the component level using discrete (not automated) test equipmentStrong demonstrated understanding of electronic measurement instruments and techniques.Demonstrated understanding of analog electronic circuits with mathematical analysis skillsGood hands-on skills for electronic bread-boarding and mechanical assembly / modificationExperience performing product qualification testing (i.e. electrical parameter measurements, EMI / EMC, safety, HALT, mechanical shock and vibration, demonstrated life tests, accelerated stress tests, etc.)Familiarity with environmental test chambers, thermal, temperature / humidity, HALT. Etc.)Proven documentation skills and familiarity with standard PV office and CAD software.Physical Requirements
90% of time sedentary – working at desk and workbench5% of time lifting, carrying equipment – maximum weight 25 pounds5% of time working in confined spaces (racks / chambers)Work Environment
This position is an on-site role, with 1 flex day per week of remote work.
Travel
Competencies
Building and Supporting Teams
Communicating Effectively
Delivering High Quality Work
Evaluating and Implementing Ideas
Prioritizing and Organizing Work
Supporting Organizational Goals
Compensation Data
Compensation and Benefits :
Our benefit package is comprehensive and includes Medical Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vision Insurance; RRSP / DPSP; Paid Vacation / Holidays; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; Tuition Reimbursement. We are conveniently located in Markham near the 404 / 407 corridor with free parking.
Murata is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Codes and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
