Job Title: Senior Electrical/Electronics Engineer – ROV Systems
Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada (On-site preferred; hybrid considered for exceptional candidates)
Department: Engineering / Product Development
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: $95,000 – $120,000
Company Overview
SEAMOR Marine Ltd., based in Nanaimo, BC, is a pioneering Canadian manufacturer of world-class inspection-class Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). We research, develop, build, and distribute the most reliable, versatile, and powerful underwater ROVs on the market. Our modular platforms (Steelhead, Chinook, Mako, and Orca) empower global clients in offshore energy, aquaculture, search & rescue, infrastructure inspection, and scientific exploration to “Come See the Deep” safely and effectively. Join a passionate team dedicated to advancing underwater technology from our coastal BC headquarters.
Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Electrical/Electronics Engineer to play a key role in designing, integrating, and enhancing the electrical and electronic systems that power SEAMOR’s next-generation ROVs. This hands-on senior position emphasizes high-reliability hardware for subsea environments, including power management, tether transmission, video/sensor integration, motor/thruster control, and modular upgrades. You will contribute to building robust, field-proven solutions that deliver exceptional performance in demanding underwater applications.
Responsibilities included
- Design, develop, and support advanced electrical and electronic subsystems for inspection-class ROVs, including power distribution, motor control, precision lighting, and rugged embedded systems for harsh subsea environments.
- Engineer reliable long-distance tether systems for high-bandwidth video, data, and power transmission with strong signal integrity and low latency.
- Create and validate multi-layer PCB designs using Altium Designer, ensuring compliance with EMI/EMC and subsea reliability standards. Integrate sensors and payloads into modular, upgradeable architectures using microcontrollers, FPGAs, and industry-standard communication protocols.
- Lead prototyping, system integration, debugging, environmental testing, and field validation to ensure performance in real-world conditions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, manufacturing, and commercial teams, as well as directly with clients, to deliver custom solutions.
- Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards while contributing to R&D, product innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support project planning, including scope, timelines, documentation, and execution. Mentor junior team members and assist with production troubleshooting, testing, and development of test systems.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
Required Experience
- 5+ years relevant Electrical Engineering experience
- Registered or eligible to register as a P. Eng with EGBC
- Proven expertise in analog/digital circuit design, power electronics, high-speed PCB layout, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC for harsh environments.
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems (microcontrollers/FPGAs), communication interfaces, and video/data transmission, preferably with tethered robotic applications
- Proficiency in design tools (Altium Designer and Altium 365 preferred), simulation (SPICE/MATLAB), and troubleshooting equipment (oscilloscopes, TDR, logic analyzers).
- Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary design projects
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills for complex issues in real-world underwater or industrial settings
Additional Desired Experience
- Direct experience with ROVs, underwater robotics, or subsea inspection systems (e.g., tether management, thruster control, modular payloads).
- Familiarity with inspection-class ROV applications (offshore, aquaculture, search & rescue, infrastructure).
- Robotics, mechatronics, and embedded systems
- Circuit design or embedded experience including:
- DC-DC linear and switch mode power supplies
- Analog circuits including amplifiers
- Signal processing, noise management
- Video, including analog composite
- Communications protocols (Ethernet, RS-485/422, I2C, SPI, and CAN)
- Thermal considerations for PCB design
- Design for harsh environmental conditions. Knowledge of Canadian/international subsea standards, intrinsically safe design, or pressure-housing integration.
- Cable harness component selection and design
- Experience with C/C++ for low-level firmware or embedded control.
- Experience supervising or mentoring other designers, EIT’s
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to work on advanced ROV technologies deployed around the world.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and innovative workplace set in beautiful coastal British Columbia.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development, hands-on contributions, and meaningful impact in advancing deep-sea exploration.
We cultivate an environment where employees take on engaging, technically challenging projects within a supportive and collaborative team. Open communication is encouraged, with opportunities to contribute ideas, take initiative, and lead projects. Flexible work arrangements help maintain balance while supporting high performance and career growth.
If you’re driven to build dependable underwater robotic systems and want to be part of SEAMOR Marine’s continued innovation, we encourage you to apply.
If you’re interested in joining the SEAMOR Marine team, we’d be glad to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and what excites you about this opportunity. resume@seamor.com.
