Embedded Tester - Co-op

WHY JOIN CRITICAL ENVIRONMENT?

As the largest independent commercial gas detection manufacturer in North America, Critical Environment Technologies (CET) designs, manufactures & services of gas detection and indoor air quality systems. Our mission 'Safer Air Everywhere' has never been more important and drives our world-class team to do amazing work. Our products can be found in all US States & Canadian Provinces and in more than 20 countries globally. Our devices are installed in commercial HVAC, institutional, municipal, and industrial applications including parking facilities, refrigeration plants, commercial swimming pools, water purification plants, arenas, wineries, breweries, wastewater treatment plans & cannabis production facilities. Ongoing R&D ensures that CET’s equipment is at the leading edge of a quickly evolving space and that we have a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, safety, and environmental protection.

Our small, collaborative team is passionate about our mission. Our culture is shaped by five simple values: staying curious, giving a sh*t about our work and each other, getting things done, maintaining a positive attitude, and acting with integrity. That means asking questions, learning continuously, showing up for our teammates and customers, and following through on what we start. We take our work seriously, but we also believe a respectful, supportive environment is what allows great work to happen.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Embedded Software (Co-op) to join our testing team in Delta, BC.

In this role, you will work on evaluating and validating embedded software used in gas detector systems. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in software testing for critical safety systems in a collaborative and innovative environment.

What You Will Do

• Testing and Debugging
• Conduct functional, performance, and regression testing of firmware and software. Perform hardware testing to validate system functionality under various conditions. Identify, document, and track bugs, issues, or inconsistencies using issue-tracking tools. Assist in setting up test environments and ensuring accurate test execution.
• Documentation
• Prepare detailed test reports, highlighting findings and recommendations for software improvements. Maintain documentation of testing procedures and results to ensure traceability and compliance with quality standards.
• Collaboration
• Work closely with software and hardware engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Participate in team meetings and provide insights on testing progress and challenges
  
  

What Skills And Experiences You Will Bring

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary Co-op program in in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field (Bachelors or Masters)
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++
• Experience with testing tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or debuggers)
• Understanding of software development and testing lifecycle
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  
  

What We Offer

• An opportunity to make an outsized contribution along with a great team and company culture
• Hands-on experience in testing safety-critical embedded systems while working with a team of experienced engineers and mentors
• An attractive hourly wage of $20 per hour
• Employment in a stable, successful, growing, Canadian company
  
  

If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and where you can contribute to a small team doing meaningful work, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.