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Elec Tech Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

... technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity. NION2026 * B.Sc. in Elec/Computer Engineering is a must, higher degrees preferred * Minimum of 5+ years ASIC design ...

... in Mech/Elec (mechanical / electrical). The course runs with 5-day training blocks every 6-weeks ... Emerging bus and coach technologies and the impact they will have on the knowledge and skills ...

NION2026 Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to ... Sc. in Elec/Computer Engineering is a must, higher degrees preferred Minimum of 10+ years ASIC ...

Elec Tech information

What is the difference between Elec Tech vs Electrician?

AspectElec TechElectrician
CredentialsTypically requires technical certifications or associate degreesRequires state licensing and apprenticeship completion
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, manufacturing, or maintenance settingsResidential, commercial, and industrial sites
Job DutiesInstall, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems, often with specialized equipmentInstall wiring, outlets, and fixtures; perform repairs and inspections
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, facilities management, and technical servicesCommon in construction, residential, and commercial electrical work

Elec Techs focus on technical and maintenance tasks often in industrial environments, requiring certifications but not always licensing. Electricians perform installation and repair work across residential and commercial settings, with licensing requirements. Both roles are essential in electrical work but differ in scope, environment, and credentials.

What cities in Ontario are hiring for Elec Tech jobs?

Cities in Ontario with the most Elec Tech job openings:

Infographic showing various Elec Tech job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Staff DSP ASIC Design Engineer

Kanata, ON

Nokia
Media and Telecom • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Nokia rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

 In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise. Join the Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we've united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse-combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.

NION2026

  • B.Sc. in Elec/Computer Engineering is a must, higher degrees preferred
  • Minimum of 5+ years ASIC design experience
  • Solid design (micro-architecture/implementation) and debugging skills
  • Working knowledge of DSP/FEC and communication theories
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Good verbal/written communication skills and team work
  • Good knowledge of ASIC design flow/tools, with backend knowledge being a great asset
     

    Other Assets

  • Working knowledge of MatLab and other scripting languages
  • Knowledge of OTN, CAUI and other telecom protocols


     


Working as independent contributor in development and verification of the world leading SoCs based on latest technology ASICs and FPGAs 
Working as independent contributor in algorithm development, fixed-point modelling and fixed-point performance verification 
Working with experts of different areas to ensure the most competitive solutions 
Cooperating with system engineers, HW/SW development, suppliers and other relevant functions to solve technical issues 
Supporting HW/SW bring-up and debug


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