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Electronic CAD Designer
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A CAD Designer or Drafter uses computer software to convert engineering or architectural designs into technical drawings and plans.
$60,487 / year median in New Jersey
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Electronic CAD Designer, DMA (Document and Mail Automation) An Electronic CAD (ECAD) Designer is a professional who creates and maintains electronic and electrical designs using specialized Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. Responsibilities Develop PCB (Printed Circuit Board) layouts. Generate manufacturing and assembly documentation. Maintain component libraries and design databases. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers. Perform design rule checks (DRC) and ensure compliance with standards. Support prototype builds and production releases. Software Altium Designer ( Preferred ) Cadence OrCAD / Allegro Autodesk Eagle KiCad Mentor Graphics PADS / Xpedition Key Skills 5+ years' experience developing PCB layout and routing Electrical and electronic fundamentals ( Desired ) GD&T and manufacturing documentation BOM (Bill of Materials) management IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, etc.) ( Desired ) DFM (Design for Manufacturability) ( Desired ) Attention to detail and problem-solving Physical/Work Environments Employee will primarily be working in an office environment with occasional travel to production floor for observation/research Sitting for an extended period of time Some walking between facilities Employee will frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Salary range of $75K-90K, based on experience.