Staff Hardware Engineer

Hi, we are ecobee.

ecobee introduced the world’s first smart Wi-Fi thermostat to help millions of consumers save money, conserve energy, and bring home automation into their lives. That was just the beginning. We continue our pursuit to create technology that brings peace of mind into the home and allows people to focus on the moments that matter most. We take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment, all while being part of the exciting, connected home revolution.

In 2021, ecobee became a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generator. The company is committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Together, we take pride in making a meaningful difference to the environment.

Why we love to do what we do:

We’re helping build the world of tomorrow with solutions that improve everyday life while making a positive impact on the planet. Our products and services work in harmony to provide comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for millions of homes and businesses. While we’re proud of what we’ve done so far, there’s still a lot we can do—and you can be part of it. 

Join our extraordinary team.

We're a rapidly growing global tech company headquartered in Canada, in the heart of downtown Toronto, with a satellite office in Leeds, UK (and remote ecopeeps in the US). We get to work with some of North America and UK's leading professionals. Our colleagues are proud to bring their authentic selves to work, confident that what we do is grounded in a greater purpose. We’re always looking for curious, talented, and passionate people to join our team.

• Create and execute engineering design verification (DV) test plans using circuit design knowledge and best practices for DUT bench testing.
• Translate ambiguous test requests into clear, peer-reviewable specifications including schedules, risk registers, and success metrics.
• Perform engineering assessments of test and verification activities against real-world product applications.
• Prepare and execute reliability test plans to support warranty and service life targets.
• Conduct HALT/ALT testing to expose vulnerabilities and improve design robustness.
• Analyze experiment results and peer test reports to issue formal approval or rejection.
• Create thorough documentation and reports for all tests performed.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (firmware, regulatory, manufacturing, design) to align test activities and results.
• Recommend and drive improvements to test methods, reports, procedures, and fixtures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design verification and automation processes across programs.
• Provide mentorship to team members to follow best practices for test execution

• Design, simulate, and match antennas for Wi-Fi, BLE, and Sub-GHz bands; validate performance using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and OTA chambers.
• Coordinate pre-validation and regulatory test activities with firmware and compliance teams, including timing, margin analysis, and documentation.
• Research and execute applicable UL, CSA, IEC, and other international standards.
• Perform environmental, ESD, surge, EFT, and compliance testing of products.
• Adapt fixture and RF designs mid-cycle in response to evolving product requirements without impacting delivery timelines.

• Design and build test instrumentation systems to standardize and automate data capture across multiple DUTs.
• Build and iterate custom verification fixtures to enhance repeatability, scope, and throughput.
• Create production test plans, scripts, and fixtures for manufacturing validation.
• Develop Python-based scripts to interface with SCPI instruments, analyze datasets, and visualize results.
• Propose and implement automation and verification improvements from concept through deployment.
• Conduct and review Gage R&R analyses, yield reports, and test issue resolutions.

• Develop block diagrams, controlled-impedance schematics, and multi-board PCB layouts; lead design reviews and incorporate feedback.
• Design PCBs for prototypes, fixtures, and development tools.
• Prototype and validate new circuits before inclusion in production designs.
• Perform precision hand-soldering of micro-coax, 0201 passives, and BGA rework when needed.
• Build mechanical and electrical test fixtures supporting repeatable, high-throughput testing.

With ecobee, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of something big: Get to work in a fresh, dynamic, and ever-growing industry. 
• Make a difference for the environment: Make a sustainable impact while on your daily job, and after it through programs like ecobee acts.
• Expand your career: Learn with our in-house learning enablement team, and enjoy our generous professional learning budget.
• Put people first: Benefit from competitive salaries, health benefits, and a progressive Parental Top-Up Program (75% top-up or five bonus days off).
• Play a part on an exceptional culture: Enjoy a fun and casual workplace with an open concept office, located at Queens Quay W & York St. ecobee Leeds is based at our riverside office on the Calls. 
• Celebrate diversity: Be part of a truly welcoming workplace. We offer a mentorship program and bias training. 

Are you interested? Let's make it work.

Our people are empowered to take ownership of their schedules with workflows that allow for flexible hours. Based on your job, you have an option of a office-based, fully remote, or hybrid work environment. New team members working remotely, will have all necessary equipment provided and shipped to them, and we conduct our interviews and onboarding sessions primarily through video.

We’re committed to inclusion and accommodation.

ecobee believes that openness and diversity make us better. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply regardless of race, gender, age, religion, identity, or any other aspect which makes them unique. Accommodations can be made upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Our recruitment team is happy to answer any questions candidates may have about virtual interviewing, onboarding, and future work locations.

We’re up to incredible things. Come and be part of them.

Discover our products and services and learn more about who we are.

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Please note, ecobee does not accept unsolicited resumes.