PCB Layout Designer (aka PCB / CAD Designer)

Nottingham Spirk

$84K — $136K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in PCB design experience required
  • Advanced proficiency in CAD software (particularly Altium, PADS, Xpedition)
  • Ability to adapt designs across military, medical, consumer, and industrial sectors
  • U.S. Person status required for compliance with export control laws
  • Strong communication skills vital for team collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Manage PCB layouts and component placements
  • Develop innovative PCB layout solutions
  • Lead PCB layout reviews focusing on high-speed design
  • Collaborate with product development teams
  • Maintain and manage PADS libraries
  • Quote PCB layout projects according to requirements
  • Create manufacturing documentation for PCB assemblies

Benefits

  • Flexible and comprehensive benefit package
  • Team-based, collaborative culture
  • Opportunities for professional growth and learning
  • Dog-friendly workplace environment
Full Job Description
Nottingham Spirk has an immediate opening for an experienced PCB Layout Designer. The ideal candidate is located in the Cleveland metro area or willing to relocate to Northeast Ohio.

Job Summary

The PCB Layout Designer (AKA PCB / CAD Designer) will play a critical role in the execution of PCB layout. The role will primarily entail close collaboration with clients, electrical engineers, and other NS team members to produce detailed layouts of printed circuit boards and supporting documentation for production using CAD (Altium, PADS, Xpedition, etc.) software.

Essential Functions
  • Libraries management, PCB Layout, component placement review and approval
  • Develop PCB layout solutions
  • Leads PCB layout reviews (Including high speed feedback, e.g. crosstalk analysis and best practice strategies)
  • Work with cross-functional product development teams in supporting product development
  • Maintain PADS libraries
  • Quoting PCB layout projects based on customer requirements and engineering design team direction
  • Keeping up to date on latest high speed design techniques including PCB material selection, layer construction, manufacturing guidelines, and implementing into design as applicable
  • Electronic components selection and qualification through collaboration with the engineering team
  • Create engineering documentation that allows the manufacturing of PCBAs, including schematics, bills of materials, assembly drawings.
  • Working in a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of electrical hardware and mechanical engineers.
  • Participate in periodic departmental and program meetings to ensure continuity and cohesion amongst the team.
  • Demonstrate the ability to respect and support colleagues at all levels. Consistently contribute to a positive work environment for all associates. Mentor junior associates, as appropriate.


Requirements

Mandatory
  • Minimum of 10 years in relevant career experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in CAD-related software (Altium, PADS, Xpedition, and others if possible)
  • The ability and desire to 'flex' between military, medical, consumer, and industrial product types.
  • Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Desired
  • 10+ years in relevant career experience.
  • Consultancy experience with at least one prior employer.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Travel

Limited travel

Benefits

Total Compensation Salary Range: $84,500 - 136,500. This range includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The actual salary offered depends on numerous factors including but not limited to local labor costs, the position's qualifications in relation to candidate's job-related knowledge, relevant employment experience, education, certifications, and skills.

We also offer:
  • Flexible, comprehensive benefit package
  • Fun, team-based culture
  • Opportunity to learn and grow
  • And dog-friendly environment

Apply now!

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