Hardware Engineer

Project Canary is a SaaS-based data analytics company focused on environmental performance or the E in ESG for energy and additional business sectors. We are the leaders in assessing and scoring responsible operations and provide independent, measured emission profiles, including methane, via high fidelity continuous monitoring technology that helps companies take ESG action. Formed as a Public Benefit Corporation (B-Corp rating score 107), Project Canary’s Denver-based team of technologists, engineers, and seasoned industry operators have earned recognition for their uncompromising standards and high-fidelity data.

Project Canary’s mission is to fight climate change and put actionable insights starting with the energy sector. We ingest data from various sources, including our own proprietary environmental sensors/hardware, to calculate carbon emissions from different facilities in real-time via SaaS. The resulting independent data can inform the procurement of offsets in real-time using microtransactions, formulate a data-driven ESG strategy that investors now demand, improve operations by identifying problem areas in minutes, and bolster customer engagement through radical supply chain transparency.

Founded in 2019, Project Canary, PBC has quickly gained recognition as a major mover in the continuous monitoring space. Here are some highlights from last year:

• Fundraise totaling $121M, Series A of $10M in 2021 and Series B of $111M in 2022
• Certified as a B-Corporation with a score of 107.6
• Recognized as Best for the World (top 5% of all B-Corps) in 2 out of 5 categories
  • Governance (transparency and ethics)
  • Workers (treatment of teammates and culture)
• Additional recognition and awards for our culture (more to come soon!)
• eNPS score of 72 (most recent measurement in Q4 of 2021)
• Headcount growth by 6X and growing
• Revenue growth of 6X and growing

Project Canary’s success is attributed to the motivation, skill, and teamwork of everyone. The team understands the importance of maintaining a culture where relationships are valued, feedback is crucial, and trust in each other and our products/services is paramount. If you enjoy a growth-stage environment, mission-driven work, we want to hear from you.

The Hardware Engineer will be a part of the technology team reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager. This individual will collaborate with other tech team members on the development of new hardware and support of existing hardware at Project Canary. This work will include but is not limited to electrical schematic design, PCB layout, assessment of new technology, manufacturing support, field implementation plans, etc.

This individual will be intimately involved with all aspects of hardware design and maintenance, will provide recommendations for product improvement, and will implement and test new design features and product improvements. The role will require superior people skills, collaboration, problem-solving abilities, and a focus on hardware operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics design and development, testing and troubleshooting, as well as prototyping and transition to manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing hardware components including circuit boards, and next-gen components
• Testing hardware components individually and in tandem with external teams and remote prototypes
• Analyzing systems data to make changes to product hardware configuration
• Analyzing malfunctioning field units to assess failures and develop fixes
• Completing functionality and performance tests on products in development
• Creating specifications and documents for components and complete sensor systems
• Collaborating with Firmware and Software developers for product development and test

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 3 – 7 years experience in a similar role
• Analytical thinking with good problem-solving abilities
• Extensive knowledge of board-level electronics and electrical systems
• Experience in complete system design

Benefits

• Full coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance (low deductibles)401K company match (no vesting period)
• Stock options
• Student loan assistance
• Unlimited PTO (minimum rule of taking at least 3 weeks off in a year)
• Company sponsored wellness days (Fall hike, ski/snowboard days and more)
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave (gender neutral) including adoptions
• Flex Choice – choice between free parking, free RTD, or wellness assistance
• Pet friendly – dogs only currently
• Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 annual base
• Flexible work environment - Must reside near Denver

Project Canary provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.