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In this role, you will develop and support our SONET/VSN Multiplexer with TDM interfaces, Ethernet Circuit Emulation Gateway, Satellite Synchronized Network Clocks, Ethernet Switches, and other communication products.\nA typical day as a VHDL RTL Digital Logic Engineer might include:\nServing as technical lead on complex VHDL RTL digital logic projects.\nCreating and maintaining internal RTL design documentation.\nWriting test plans and developing test harnesses/stimulus for RTL functional verification.\nPreparing design and system level specifications.\nParticipating or moderating peer reviews of designs, documentation and test plans.\nProviding and maintaining accurate project plans and labor estimates.\nWorking closely with product managers on new product concepts and enhancements.\nEngaging with cross-discipline teams to deliver world-class products for critical infrastructure.\n(3-5 essential duties and responsibilities of the job that paint a picture of what someone in this role would regularly do)\nThis job might be for you if:\nare passionate about designing RTL digital logic for FPGAs.\nenjoy solving difficult problems with efficient and creative solutions.\nhave experience in both RTL, hardware and firmware development practices.\nare knowledgeable in networking protocols, Ethernet (IEEE 802.3), MPLS, SONET and precise timing technologies such as PTP (IEEE 1588), IRIG-B and GPS.\nwant a career making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.\nRequired Qualifications:\nB.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience\n5+ years of combined experience in the following areas:RTL Digital Design with FPGAs using VHDL/Verilog\nXilinx, Intel FPGA (Altera), Microchip (Microsemi/Actel), Lattice Semiconductor Tools\nFirmware Design with FPGA SOCs/Microprocessors using C/C++\nSimulation, Synthesis and Timing Analysis of Digital Logic\nFunctional verification of RTL Digital Logic\n\nAbility to work cooperatively in a team environment\nAbility to rapidly learn new skills and assume new responsibilities\nAbility to mentor others\nStrong writing, technical documentation and speaking\nBackground check results satisfactory to SEL\nNegative drug test result(s)\nIt is a plus if you have:\nSupervisory experience or training\nJIRA development process (DCP, Closeout, Standups, Sprints), GITHUB, Confluence\nAbout Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories:\nSEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.\nOur mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.\nLocation - Burnaby, BC\nBurnaby, BC - This position is located in Burnaby, BC, east of Vancouver. Burnaby is the one of the largest cities in British Columbia. Burnaby has designated 25% of their land to parks and open spaces, making it ideal for those looking for that big city feel and maintaining the comfort of open spaces.\nCompetitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.\nPeople are at the core of our company. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.\nSEL makes an annual Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution for eligible employees. 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Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.\nCommunication with Applicants\nWe communicate with all applicants. 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