Mechanical or Embedded Systems Engineer - RoboticsPreferred Location: Onsite - OttawaReports to: COOThe Role: Mechanical or Embedded Systems Engineer - RoboticsYou will design, integrate, and validate the embedded control layer that connects sensing, perception, and actuation; working cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, you will implement firmware, tune control loops, and verify system behaviour in simulation and on hardware to deliver reliable robotic performance in the field.
What You'll Do- Design and implement embedded control systems for robotic and mechatronic platforms using C++, Python, and ROS/ROS2.
- Integrate microcontrollers (STM32, ESP32) and real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, embedded Linux) with sensors, actuators, and communications interfaces (CAN, UART, SPI).
- Develop and tune motion-control algorithms (PID, Kalman filtering, sensor fusion) to achieve precise, stable performance.
- Use MATLAB for modeling, simulation, and system identification; apply results to embedded implementation.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams using SolidWorks or CATIA for design integration and system packaging.
- Perform FEA and multi-physics simulation in ANSYS, NX, or Abaqus to validate mechanical and thermal performance.
- Develop and maintain robotic simulation environments in Gazebo; integrate with OpenCV, vision, and SLAM libraries for perception testing.
- Conduct system bring-up, calibration, and verification in lab and field environments.
- Support documentation, test plans, and continuous improvement of embedded and control architectures.
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in embedded systems, robotics, or mechatronic design.
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python; experience with ROS/ROS2, embedded Linux, and FreeRTOS.
- Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink) and FEA software (NX, ANSYS, or Abaqus).
- Hands-on experience with sensors, actuators, and embedded communication interfaces (CAN, UART, SPI).
- Familiarity with mechanical design fundamentals, SolidWorks or CATIA, and GD&T standards.
- Experience with perception and localization libraries (OpenCV, SLAM, vision-based navigation) is an asset.
- Comfortable debugging across hardware, firmware, and software layers; low-ego, high-collaboration mindset.
- Eligibility for Canadian security clearance preferred; Canadian citizenship an asset.
No defence background required.
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Compensation & Benefits- Competitive base salary and company equity
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Additional equity granted based on impact
