Ocean Instrumentation Sensor Engineer

Build ocean-measuring instruments onsite in Kanata, Ontario, using sensor engineering, instrumentation, and experimental testing expertise.

At R , this Senior Sensor Engineer role connects sensor technology with instruments deployed by researchers worldwide. You will advance optical and chemical sensors, including turbidity, fluorescence, radiometry, PAR, transmissometry, nitrate, pH, and dissolved oxygen. The work combines research, design, verification, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Advance R ’s optical and chemical sensor technologies
• Research next-generation sensor technology for R  instruments
• Develop requirements, specifications, testing, and verification processes
• Collaborate with research and development teams and partners
• Balance multiple projects with detailed schedules

• Five or more years in sensor development, instrumentation, or R&D
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, or related science
• Experience designing experiments and building laboratory test setups
• Proficiency with Python or MATLAB data analysis tools
• Clear documentation, organised collaboration, and English communication skills

Bring instrumentation, sensor research, and verification experience to R ’s ocean and climate measurement technology.