Senior Hardware Engineer at ADTRAN

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Position Summary:

Adtran is seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to join our Ottawa-based hardware development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, development, and validation of complex telecom and networking hardware platforms. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including system architecture, firmware, manufacturing, and supply chain to deliver high‑quality, scalable products.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of high‑speed digital, mixed‑signal, and power electronics for networking and telecommunications products
Own full hardware development lifecycle from concept, requirements, and schematic design through layout, prototype bring‑up, validation, and production release
Perform board‑level design including component selection, high‑speed interfaces (Ethernet, SERDES), power distribution, EMC/EMI, and signal integrity
Guide PCB layout reviews and work closely with layout engineers and contract manufacturers
Develop and execute hardware validation and reliability test plans
Troubleshoot complex hardware issues during bring‑up, manufacturing, and field deployment
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Collaborate with firmware, software, mechanical, and systems teams to ensure overall product success
Support regulatory compliance and certifications as required (FCC, CE, UL, etc.)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
8+ years of experience in hardware design and development of complex electronic systems
Strong experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence, or similar)
Proven expertise in high‑speed digital design, signal integrity, and power design
Hands‑on experience with hardware bring‑up, debugging, and validation using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers)
Experience with manufacturing support, DFM/DFA, and working with external suppliers
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience designing telecom, networking, or broadband access equipment
Familiarity with optical, RF, or high‑bandwidth Ethernet technologies
Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
Prior experience in a global or distributed engineering organization
Knowledge of reliability testing, environmental testing, and regulatory standards

What Adtran Offers:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for technical growth and leadership advancement
Collaborative, innovation‑driven engineering culture
Flexible work environment with strong work‑life balance
The chance to work on technologies that connect communities worldwide