Pcb Designer

Description As a PCB Designer, you will play a hands-on role in the development of advanced power electronics systems. You'll collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to design printed circuit boards (PCBs) for AC/DC, DC/DC, and DC/AC converters and inverters. These designs will support a wide range of military applications, including radar, RF communications, mission computing, battery charging, onboard power, and autonomous systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, quality-focused, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. ________________________________________

Key Responsibilities:

• Create PCB layouts using industry-standard CAD software.
• Design digital and analog circuits for power electronics applications.
• Use layout tools to position components and define electrical connectivity.
• Prepare fabrication and assembly documentation for suppliers.
• Implement test plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and reliability.
• Revise designs based on customer feedback and engineering specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers to produce drawings and support manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain PCB design guidelines for internal and external use.
• Create detailed specifications for manufacturing processes.
• Work on a variety of board types including multi-layer, high-power, and standard PCBs.

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Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in electronics or related technical field, or 5-7 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in PCB layout and design.
• Strong understanding of electronic components and PCB design principles.
• Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB design tools such as PCAD, Altium, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
• Experience with power topologies, thermal mitigation strategies, and control systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing for military or aerospace applications.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations in PCB design.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Skills altium, Pcb design, Pcb, Electrical, EMI, EMC, PCAD, Solidworks, AC/DC Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.