Pcb Design Engineer

PCB Design Engineer The PCB Design Engineer is responsible for designing, simulating, laying out, and testing printed circuit boards to ensure they meet electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing specifications. This role involves leading PCB electrical design activities, including schematic development, component selection, and layout guidance for complex, multi-layer circuit boards. Responsibilities Lead the design of high-speed digital circuits, including processors, memory systems, and high-bandwidth communication interfaces. Perform detailed PCB layout considerations, such as controlled-impedance routing, differential pair tuning, stack-up planning, and power-distribution design. Conduct signal integrity and power integrity analysis to validate design performance and ensure reliable high-speed operation. Develop resilient architectures incorporating features like redundancy, watchdogs, fail-safe circuitry, and robust memory subsystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (firmware, software, systems, mechanical) to ensure seamless integration of board-level electronics into larger systems. Perform design verification and validation, including board testing, functional testing, environmental testing, and troubleshooting. Generate and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics, BOMs, test procedures, analysis reports, and design reviews. Liaise with manufacturing partners, providing DFM/DFT input and resolving issues in fabrication, assembly, or testing. Ensure compliance with industry standards (IPC, IEEE, MIL-STD, etc.) and internal quality processes. Lead technical design reviews and mentor junior engineers in best practices for PCB design and high-reliability electronics engineering. Essential Skills 3+ years of experience in high-performance PCB design. Proficient experience with Altium Designer. Experience with high-reliability, aerospace, and/or IPC Class 3 designs. Familiarity with advanced PCB manufacturing techniques such as blind vias and microvias. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in the aerospace, space, satellite, or defense sectors is preferred. Knowledge of satellite and space applications is advantageous. Work Environment The work environment includes collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires compliance with industry standards. The role may involve working on projects related to high-reliability sectors such as aerospace, space, satellite, and defense. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cape Canaveral, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $68.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cape Canaveral,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.