Job Description

Title: Electronic Hardware Designer

Company: Wesko Locks

Reports to: Director of Engineering, Wesko Locks

Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada (on-site)

Join our team as an Electronic Hardware Designer at Wesko Locks!

About Wesko Locks:

Wesko Locks, part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, is a trusted manufacturer of innovative locking solutions for a safer, more open world. We take pride in our craftsmanship, quality, and commitment to continuous improvement. Join our team and contribute to building products that protect and connect people every day.

The Electronic Hardware Designer is a key contributor to the design, development, and lifecycle management of Wesko Locks’ electronic products. This role is hands-on and focuses on electronic hardware design activities including schematic design, PCB development support, component selection, testing, and production support.

You will work within a cross-functional team including firmware, mechanical, production/sourcing, and technical support. The role supports continuous improvement initiatives, manages engineering documentation and production revisions, and assists in resolving complex technical issues.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Design:

• Design, develop, and maintain electronic hardware for new and existing products.
• Create schematics and support PCB layout and design activities.
• Design systems that meet product requirements and internal cost targets.
• Support validation, verification, and environmental testing of electronic designs.
• Collaborate closely with firmware, software, and mechanical resources (internal and external).

Production Support:

• Develop and manage Engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Design tools and fixtures to support production requirements.
• Develop and document assembly processes and provide training as required.
• Conduct root cause analysis of novel or complex production issues and implement corrective actions in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Customer Support:

• Support the technical support team by providing product knowledge and troubleshooting guidance.
• Assist with on-site customer technical support when required.
• Collaborate with sales, technical support, and other stakeholders to validate product requirements.

Sourcing Support:

• Monitor electronic component lifecycle status and identify replacement options for end-of-life components.

Cross-Functional Support:

• Provide technical support and input across internal departments.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving initiatives as required.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance workflow, reduce waste and carbon footprint, and improve overall efficiency.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement projects.
• Document improvements and communicate technical changes to stakeholders.
• From time to time, workload requirements may change, and the Electronic Hardware Designer may be required to perform other duties as needed to support business needs.

The most competitive candidates will have:

• Experience: 3–5 years of hands-on experience in electronic hardware design or a similar role.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic product design, BOM management, and engineering change processes; knowledge of manufacturing processes related to electro-mechanical assemblies; familiarity with component lifecycle management and end-of-life (EOL) replacement strategies.
• Skills: Strong analytical and root cause problem-solving skills; ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams; strong organizational skills with attention to detail and documentation accuracy; hands-on skills including soldering and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Technical ability: Ability to interpret schematics, technical drawings, and electronic specifications; experience maintaining engineering documentation supporting change control processes; ability to produce Gerber files for manufacturing (required).
• Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) (required); experience with CAD/EDA tools, ERP systems, and SolidWorks (preferred).
• Education: Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Eligibility: Legally entitled to work in Canada (required).

Working Conditions:

• On-site role in both office and manufacturing environment.
• Regular interaction with the production floor (exposure to noise, lubricants, and general shop-floor conditions).
• Must comply with all PPE and safety requirements.

Physical Demands:

• Regular walking, standing, and movement between the office and production floor.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials up to 50 lbs.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Additional hours may be required occasionally to support business needs.
• Occasional travel up to 5%.

Our Benefits:

• Employer-paid benefit plan
• Competitive retirement plan
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team environment
• A stable and growing industry!

Join Us:

ASSA ABLOY welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. Experience a safer and more open world with Wesko Locks. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

This posting is to fill a vacant role. Compensation for this role is $60,000-$90,000 per year (based on experience). We may use technology-assisted or automated tools to support parts of the recruitment process; all hiring decisions are made by our team.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.