• Boost your career by joining an established multidisciplinary company
• Enjoy an annual salary of $80K - $100K based on education, skills and experience, plus great benefits
• Become a valuable addition to our growing team

About Amtech Aeronautical

Amtech Aeronautical Limited is a professional engineering consulting firm that provides specialized engineering, product development, and project management services in aeronautical systems, science, and engineering disciplines, in military engineering, and in automated systems. Since starting a business in 1990 as Amtech Consulting and incorporating in 1991 as Amtech Aeronautical Limited, Amtech has developed and maintained a proven record of successful engineering, certification, and R&D projects in supporting the needs of our Government and Private Sector clients.

Amtech's Medicine Hat location is extensively involved in the military engineering and products area. Amtech has developed a strong working relationship with nearby Defence R&D Canada Suffield (DRDC Suffield). We provide a variety of project management, engineering and technical services to DRDC Suffield. The Medicine Hat location also provides engineering and technical support to organizations wishing to use the Suffield Experimental Proving Ground (EPG) and other specialized facilities at DRDC Suffield.

To learn more about our company visit: amtech-group.com and amasys.ca

About the Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a full-time Electrical Embedded Systems Engineer to join our team on-site in Medicine Hat, AB.

In this role, you will support a range of engineering and product development projects across Amtech’s military, automation, CBR, and aeronautical sectors. Reporting to senior engineering leadership, you’ll contribute to embedded systems design, prototyping, testing, and technical support, working alongside multidisciplinary teams including internal staff, subcontractors, and client personnel.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Designing and testing embedded hardware and software systems, including custom PCBs
• Providing technical support for prototyping, data acquisition systems, CBR sensors, and control systems
• Supporting electrical and instrumentation design, installation, and troubleshooting
• Supporting multi-disciplinary projects, including budget and schedule coordination
• Preparing technical reports, engineering documentation, and test plans
• Developing solid models and contributing to CAD drawing standards and applications
• Collaborating with engineers and technologists across military, automation, aeronautical, and CBR projects
• Assisting in the design and commissioning of Building Management Systems, including HVACR and lighting controls
• Participating in field testing at DRDC Suffield and other outdoor or lab-based sites
• Supporting the advancement and manufacture of Amtech’s CBR products and technologies
• Contributing to business development efforts and representing Amtech with clients
• Conducting data analysis and supporting software/hardware integration activities

About You

To qualify, you will need a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline such as Computer or Mechatronics Engineering, along with eligibility for registration with APEGA (or an equivalent provincial engineering body). A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in electrical and embedded systems engineering is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

You must also be eligible to obtain/hold a Canadian passport (due to the security requirements of this role you must be a Canadian citizen). A driver's license is required.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and field device programming
• Hands-on knowledge of Building Management Systems and HVACR controls
• Familiarity with embedded hardware/software development and custom PCB design
• Understanding of electrical codes, instrumentation, and installation drawings
• Exposure to military or aeronautical hardware specifications and environments
• Experience preparing technical documentation, test plans, and performing data analysis

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams. You are detail-oriented, technically curious, and adaptable to working in both lab-based and field environments, including outdoor testing and client sites.

This is a dynamic, hands-on engineering role for someone who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and contributing to real-world defence, automation, and R&D applications. If you’re looking to grow your embedded systems expertise while working on high-impact, innovative projects, Amtech is looking for you.

Mandatory Conditions of Employment

You may be required to obtain and maintain a Canadian or foreign passport suitable for the travel requirements of your role at Amtech.

Occasional travel to client or test sites may be required, ranging from several days to two weeks, with expenses reimbursed under Amtech’s Travel and Living policy. In rare cases, extended travel to remote locations may also be necessary.

To access confidential documents or restricted airport areas, you may be required to provide information to obtain and maintain security clearances from Transport Canada or other Government of Canada authorities. You may also be asked to sign agreements related to office access, data and intellectual property confidentiality, and corporate credit card use.

Adherence to Amtech policies—including those covering conflicts of interest, vehicle usage, substance abuse, and health/pandemic protocols—is a condition of ongoing employment and may be updated by the company from time to time.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you can look forward to an attractive annual salary ranging from $80K - $100K based on education, skills and experience, plus great benefits, such as:

• Extended health and dental benefits 
• Short and long-term disability/life insurance coverage
• RRSP contribution plan
• Health subsidy
• Vacation starting at 2 weeks (negotiable)
• Work-life balance
• Company vehicles provided
• And more! 

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!