Electrical Engineering CO-OP – Advanced Soil Moisture Sensing Systems

About the role

RioT Technology Corp. is seeking an Engineering Co-op Student to support the development of their next generation soil moisture sensors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or computer engineering and will contribute to the design, testing, and characterization of sensor prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers with analysis and design of digital and analog circuits for sensor prototypes
• Assist with schematic capture and PCB layout while applying DFM and signal integrity best practices
• Help develop, test, and debug embedded C firmware for sensor operation and data acquisition
• Perform detailed laboratory testing and help characterize sensor accuracy and reliability
• Use DMMs, oscilloscopes, and power supplies to troubleshoot circuits and verify design parameters
• Process and interpret sensor datasets, and contribute to technical reports and insights
• Maintain clear and detailed records of designs, test procedures, and experimental results

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Co-op program for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (ideally 4th year with prior engineering experience)
• Familiarity or experience with: Digital and analog circuit design and basic simulation tools
• Embedded C programming for microcontrollers
• Using DMMs, DSOs, and standard lab equipment
• Data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, or Excel
• Schematic capture and PCB layout for prototype development

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and within a small team
• Interest in environmental sensing, agriculture technology, or electronics development

Skills

• Hands-on lab experience
• Firmware development experience
• Hardware development experience

Benefits

This position is subsidized through ICTC’s WIL Digital Program. Students must meet the following requirements: Canadian citizen, Permanent resident, a protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, and must be registered at a Canadian accredited post-secondary institution.

Pay

The pay for this position is $20/hour.

Schedule

The start date is ideally December 2025 or early January 2026, and the end date is March 31, 2026, with possible extension.

Contact Information

To apply, click “Apply Now” to email your application or send your resume directly to admin@gropoint.com with the subject line: “Engineering Winter 2026 Co-op”