9,001 Circuit Board jobs in the United States

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary:

The Printed Circuit Board Designer creates moderate to highly complex PCB layouts using inputs from the electronic schematic designers and other members of engineering. The PCB Designer plays a critical role in the development of designs for new or modified high-density printed circuit boards and assists in the design and development of moderately complex and detailed layouts of printed circuit boards.

Job Description:

• Assists electrical engineers with the design and layout of electronic hardware, primarily printed circuit boards (PCBs), and is able to interpret and understand all basic design requirements.

• Implements moderate to highly complex PWB designs.

• Interprets and understands electrical and mechanical design requirements.

• Works independently with moderate to minimal oversight from senior technical personnel.

• Demonstrates knowledge of industry best practices for schematic capture and PCB designs.

• Experience with rigid, flex and rigid-flex design and design requirements.

• Familiarity with industry and military standards related to the design of printed circuit boards.

• Demonstrates proficiency when using design tools.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the implementation of design techniques such as differential pairs, length matching, impedance control, blind & buried vias, and break out of high density, fine pitch components.

• Demonstrates proficiency with electrical constraint definition including power distribution, controlled impedance (single end and differential pair), length matching, timing and other electrical constraints.

• Demonstrates knowledge of design considerations affecting signal integrity performance.

• Demonstrates proficiency with mechanical constraint definition including height restrictions, keep out areas, slots and cut outs, and other mechanical constraints.

• Collaborates with Design for Manufacturing engineers to define and implement fabrication criteria ensuring manufacturability.

• Familiarity with design requirements affecting manufacturability.

• Familiarity with design requirements necessary to meet specific IPC classes.

• Demonstrates ability to efficiently execute project tasks and drive a layout to completion.

• Regularly works with multiple senior technical staff members on design projects.

• Effectively communicates project status and issues to management and members of the project team in oral or written form as requested for the project.

• Accept inputs from multiple members of the project team and acts on them appropriately.

• Identifies design issues and brings these issues to the attention of project team.

• Requests management assistance when conflicting information is provided by team members.

• Follow established processes and work instructions.

• Supports generation of design documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated PCB layout knowledge and skills.

• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize and capture design details in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects, in parallel.

• Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work onsite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal education in electronics or electrical circuit theory.

• IPC certification.

• Experience with Siemens Xpedition Enterprise design flow (Xpedition Designer & Xpedition Layout).

• Experience with Siemens Xpedition EDM Library and Design.

• Complementary domain knowledge or experience such as PWB assembly, PWB fabrication, hardware assembly, or hardware test.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D), CAM350, Draftsight, or similar.

• Familiarity with SolidWorks or Creo.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.

Job Location - City:

Clearfield

Job Location - State:

Utah

Job Location - Postal Code:

84015

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$38.00 - $64.60

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact

The Printed Circuit Board Designer creates moderate to highly complex PCB layouts using inputs from the electronic schematic designers and other members of engineering. The PCB Designer plays a critical role in the development of designs for new or modified high-density printed circuit boards and assists in the design and development of moderately complex and detailed layouts of printed circuit boards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists electrical engineers with the design and layout of electronic hardware, primarily printed circuit boards (PCBs), and is able to interpret and understand all basic design requirements.
• Implements moderate to highly complex PCB designs.
• Interprets and understands electrical and mechanical design requirements.
• Works independently with moderate to minimal oversight from senior technical personnel.
• Demonstrates knowledge of industry best practices for schematic capture and PCB designs.
• Experience with rigid, flex and rigid-flex design and design requirements.
• Familiarity with industry and military standards related to the design of printed circuit boards.
• Demonstrates proficiency when using design tools.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the implementation of design techniques such as differential pairs, length matching, impedance control, blind & buried vias, and break out of high density, fine pitch components.
• Demonstrates knowledge of design considerations affecting signal integrity performance.
• Demonstrates proficiency with mechanical constraint definition including height restrictions, keep out areas, slots and cut outs, and other mechanical constraints.
• Collaborates with Design for Manufacturing engineers to define and implement fabrication criteria ensuring manufacturability.
• Familiarity with design requirements affecting manufacturability.
• Familiarity with design requirements necessary to meet specific IPC classes.
• Demonstrates ability to efficiently execute project tasks and drive a layout to completion.
• Regularly works with multiple senior technical staff members on design projects.
• Effectively communicates project status and issues to management and members of the project team in oral or written form as requested for the project.
• Accept inputs from multiple members of the project team and acts on them appropriately.
• Identifies design issues and brings these issues to the attention of project team.
• Requests management assistance when conflicting information is provided by team members.
• Follow established processes and work instructions.
• Supports generation of design documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated PCB layout knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize and capture design details in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects, in parallel.
• Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal education in electronics or electrical circuit theory.
• IPC certification.
• Experience with Siemens Xpedition Enterprise design flow (Xpedition Designer & Xpedition Layout).
• Experience with Siemens Xpedition EDM Library and Design.
• Complementary domain knowledge or experience such as PCB assembly, PCB fabrication, hardware assembly, or hardware test.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D), CAM350, Draftsight, or similar.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or Creo.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. This role can also be located at our Clearfield, Utah and St. Petersburg, FL offices.

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists electrical engineers with the design and layout of electronic hardware, primarily printed circuit boards (PCBs), and is able to interpret and understand all basic design requirements.
• Implements moderate to highly complex PCB designs.
• Interprets and understands electrical and mechanical design requirements.
• Works independently with moderate to minimal oversight from senior technical personnel.
• Demonstrates knowledge of industry best practices for schematic capture and PCB designs.
• Experience with rigid, flex and rigid-flex design and design requirements.
• Familiarity with industry and military standards related to the design of printed circuit boards.
• Demonstrates proficiency when using design tools.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the implementation of design techniques such as differential pairs, length matching, impedance control, blind & buried vias, and break out of high density, fine pitch components.
• Demonstrates proficiency with electrical constraint definition including power distribution, controlled impedance (single end and differential pair), length matching, timing and other electrical constraints.
• Demonstrates knowledge of design considerations affecting signal integrity performance.
• Demonstrates proficiency with mechanical constraint definition including height restrictions, keep out areas, slots and cut outs, and other mechanical constraints.
• Collaborates with Design for Manufacturing engineers to define and implement fabrication criteria ensuring manufacturability.
• Familiarity with design requirements affecting manufacturability.
• Familiarity with design requirements necessary to meet specific IPC classes.
• Demonstrates ability to efficiently execute project tasks and drive a layout to completion.
• Regularly works with multiple senior technical staff members on design projects.
• Effectively communicates project status and issues to management and members of the project team in oral or written form as requested for the project.
• Accept inputs from multiple members of the project team and acts on them appropriately.
• Identifies design issues and brings these issues to the attention of project team.
• Requests management assistance when conflicting information is provided by team members.
• Follow established processes and work instructions.
• Supports generation of design documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated PCB layout knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize and capture design details in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects, in parallel.
• Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal education in electronics or electrical circuit theory.
• IPC certification.
• Experience with Siemens Xpedition Enterprise design flow (Xpedition Designer & Xpedition Layout).
• Experience with Siemens Xpedition EDM Library and Design.
• Complementary domain knowledge or experience such as PCB assembly, PCB fabrication, hardware assembly, or hardware test.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D), CAM350, Draftsight, or similar.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or Creo.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.

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The US base salary range for this full-time position is

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact

LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - PRINCIPAL ENGR. TECHNOLOGIST - Lead Printed Wiring Board (PWB) Desi

Who We Are:

The Strategic Aerospace Department in the Defense & Intelligence Solutions Division provides the USAF with engineering services that increases the warfighters capabilities specifically for the bombers, tankers and heavies platforms. We provide world-class research, design, services, and support, offering both new products and solutions to legacy issues for the US Air Force Global Strike Command, DoD industry, Allies, and U.S. Government. This position has the ability to have an alternate work location in Austin, Tx.

Objectives of this Role:

• Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D program in support of national security.

• Lead other designers in the development of PWB designs for avionics systems. Participate in proposals and customer meetings.
• Will work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks with minimum supervision.
• Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and Library component generation.
• Requires PWB design experience to support integrated product team design reviews of drawings and other relevant technical data in support of avionic designs.
• Position may require additional hours to meet project schedules.
• Collaborate directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for PCBs in support of MIL-SPEC avionics flight electronic hardware.

• Requires a Bachelors degree Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, Aeronautics Technology or a High School diploma/equivalent or an Associates degree with continued education, certifications, and 25 years related experience.
• 10+ years: Those with a Bachelors degree require 10-15 years of experience in printed wiring board design.
• 25 years: Those without a Bachelors degree will require 25 years of advanced working knowledge of Mentor Graphics PADS Professional, and/or Xpedition with printed wiring board design.
• Interconnect principles and practices designing low level and complex PWB designs is desired.
• Basic understanding of configuration management and electronic development methods are required. A good understanding of Signal Integrity as well as a good mechanical aptitude is desired. Prior knowledge of IPC standards, Digital, Mixed Signal, and RF electronics PWB designs.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary:

The Printed Circuit Board Designer creates moderate to highly complex PCB layouts using inputs from the electronic schematic designers and other members of engineering. The PCB Designer plays a critical role in the development of designs for new or modified high-density printed circuit boards and assists in the design and development of moderately complex and detailed layouts of printed circuit boards.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists electrical engineers with the design and layout of electronic hardware, primarily printed circuit boards (PCBs), and is able to interpret and understand all basic design requirements.

• Implements moderate to highly complex PCB designs.

• Interprets and understands electrical and mechanical design requirements.

• Works independently with moderate to minimal oversight from senior technical personnel.

• Demonstrates knowledge of industry best practices for schematic capture and PCB designs.

• Experience with rigid, flex and rigid-flex design and design requirements.

• Familiarity with industry and military standards related to the design of printed circuit boards.

• Demonstrates proficiency when using design tools.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the implementation of design techniques such as differential pairs, length matching, impedance control, blind & buried vias, and break out of high density, fine pitch components.

• Demonstrates proficiency with electrical constraint definition including power distribution, controlled impedance (single end and differential pair), length matching, timing and other electrical constraints.

• Demonstrates knowledge of design considerations affecting signal integrity performance.

• Demonstrates proficiency with mechanical constraint definition including height restrictions, keep out areas, slots and cut outs, and other mechanical constraints.

• Collaborates with Design for Manufacturing engineers to define and implement fabrication criteria ensuring manufacturability.

• Familiarity with design requirements affecting manufacturability.

• Familiarity with design requirements necessary to meet specific IPC classes.

• Demonstrates ability to efficiently execute project tasks and drive a layout to completion.

• Regularly works with multiple senior technical staff members on design projects.

• Effectively communicates project status and issues to management and members of the project team in oral or written form as requested for the project.

• Accept inputs from multiple members of the project team and acts on them appropriately.

• Identifies design issues and brings these issues to the attention of project team.

• Requests management assistance when conflicting information is provided by team members.

• Follow established processes and work instructions.

• Supports generation of design documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated PCB layout knowledge and skills.

• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize and capture design details in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects, in parallel.

• Demonstrated good oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work onsite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal education in electronics or electrical circuit theory.

• IPC certification.

• Experience with Siemens Xpedition Enterprise design flow (Xpedition Designer & Xpedition Layout).

• Experience with Siemens Xpedition EDM Library and Design.

• Complementary domain knowledge or experience such as PCB assembly, PCB fabrication, hardware assembly, or hardware test.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D), CAM350, Draftsight, or similar.

• Familiarity with SolidWorks or Creo.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$38.00 - $64.60

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact

Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Designers at L3Harris Technologies summary:

Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Designers at L3Harris Technologies develop and design circuit boards essential for advanced communication and defense systems. They collaborate with engineering teams to create high-performance PCBs used in mission-critical aerospace, defense, and tactical communication applications. This role emphasizes precision, adherence to security standards, and integration within national security technology solutions.

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

L3Harris Engineering/Professional Career Fair – Rochester, NY

Date: October 28th, 2025

Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm EST

Location: Hilton Garden Inn Rochester at 30 Celebration Drive Rochester, NY

L3Harris Tactical Communications - Rochester is a worldwide leader in ground tactical and advanced airborne mission radio solutions. Global provider of integrated communication systems including SATCOM, infrastructure, battlefield management and planning. Join our dynamic team!

Qualified engineering/professional applicants must be US citizens.

We will be interviewing and hiring for the following positions:

• Software Engineering (Embedded/DSP/Test Automation)
• Electrical Engineering (FPGA/Digital Design/RF/Analog/Test Automation)
• Systems Engineering
• Project Engineering
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Designers
• Program Management
• Trade Compliance
• Supply Chain

Click 'APPLY NOW' to confirm your attendance.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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Looking PCB Design Engineer with following skills -

Cadence

PCB Design Engineer

12 month contract - Location: 1100 W Louis Henna Boulevard Building, Round Rock, TX Max pay $89.00/hr W2 only.

Top 3 skill sets:

1. Strong knowledge of Functional Safety standards (we use IEC 61508)

2. Experience in safety-critical electronic system design, including redundancy, fault detection, and mitigation techniques.

3. Hands-on experience with EMC, thermal, and environmental testing for safety-critical systems.

Job Description:

Join Emerson Automation Solutions and be part of a team that s shaping the future of industries worldwide through innovative process automation systems. Our cutting-edge technologies help industries operate more efficiently, sustainably, and safely. From optimizing energy use to ensuring the consistent quality of essential goods, Emerson solutions are integral to the global infrastructure. Here, your work will contribute to a smarter, greener future where automation enhances everyday life and paves the way for sustainable growth.

We are seeking a highly skilled Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in Functional Safety to lead the development of high-availability electronic systems. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that hardware designs meet industry safety standards such as IEC 61508.

As a key technical leader, you will work on the design, analysis, validation, and certification of safety-critical electronic products. You will collaborate with system architects, hardware engineers, firmware engineers, reliability teams, and compliance specialists to develop solutions that meet the highest safety and reliability standards.

AS A PCB DESIGN ENGINEER, YOU WILL:

• Lead the design, development, and validation of complex, mixed-signal electronic hardware systems that comply with Functional Safety requirements for industrial automation industry.
• Work closely with embedded software engineers to ensure safety-critical hardware-software interaction.
• Conduct design reviews, reliability testing, and safety analysis to ensure product robustness.
• Define safety requirements, hazard analysis, and risk assessments in accordance with industry standards.
• Perform Failure Modes, Effects, and Diagnostic Analysis (FMEDA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to ensure fault tolerant hardware design.
• Implement redundancy, fail-safe mechanisms, fault detection, and diagnostic features in hardware products.
• Collaborate with certification bodies to show compliance with functional safety standards.
• Implement system-level safety concepts, including safety integrity levels and hardware fault tolerance requirements.
• Keep up to date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.

WHO YOU ARE:

You readily learn and adopt new technologies. You step up to handle tough issues. You effectively handle risk. You partner with others to get work done. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPEREIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelors degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or a related STEM degree and 8 or more years of relevant experience Or Masters degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or a related STEM degree and 7 or more years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of Functional Safety standards Experience in safety-critical electronic system design, including redundancy, fault detection, and mitigation techniques.
• Proficiency in hardware safety analysis methods.
• Hands-on experience with EMC, thermal, and environmental testing for safety-critical systems.
• Expertise in PCB design tools and simulation toolsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues.
• Experience working with certification agencies and regulatory bodies.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and high-speed digital electronics.
• Experience with regulatory documentation and reporting.
• Understanding or experience with Distributed Control Systems or Safety Instrumented Systems

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Akkodis isseeking an experienced PCB Designer III with approximately 10 years of relevant industry experience to join our engineering team on a project basis. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, optimizing, and managing the physical layout of printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced electronic systems. Your work will directly support the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of critical avionics products.

This is a contractual role (6-9 months/project based) fully onsite in Irvine, CA.

Rate Range : $45/hour - $4/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Key Responsibilities

• PCB Layout: Convert electrical schematics into physical PCB layouts using industry-standard tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, or Altium).
• Component Placement & Routing: Determine optimal placement and routing to meet electrical, mechanical, and thermal requirements.
• Design Rule Compliance: Ensure adherence to electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing guidelines.
• Component Management: Collaborate with design engineers to select and manage components based on performance, cost, availability, and lifecycle considerations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams throughout the design lifecycle.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain schematics, BOMs, fabrication drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Manufacturing Support: Provide guidance and resolve design-related issues during fabrication and assembly.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in design reviews, simulations, and testing to verify performance and reliability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• ~10 years of PCB design experience in a professional engineering environment.
• Expert proficiency with PCB design software (Cadence Allegro, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, or Altium).
• In-depth knowledge of PCB design principles including high-speed design, signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.
• Familiarity with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) practices.
• Strong understanding of electronic components and integration into PCB designs.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards such as RoHS, REACH, and IPC.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for resolving design and manufacturing issues.

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We are open to working with professionals who are authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• Employment type Contract

• Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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