Actalent – Pcb Layout Designer – Ottawa, ON

Company: Actalent

Location: Ottawa, ON

Expected salary: $65 – 75 per hour

Job date: Sat, 21 Jun 2025 01:30:29 GMT

Job description: Job Title: PCB Layout DesignerLocation: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)Industry: Telecommunications / ElectronicsClient: Confidential (Tier-1 Global Technology Company)Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled PCB Layout Designer to join a cutting-edge R&D team working on advanced telecommunications hardware. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and development of high-performance, multi-layer circuit boards used in next-generation wireless infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and layout of complex PCBs (12+ layers) for high-speed digital and RF applications.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to implement optimal layout strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC requirements.
  • Work with manufacturing teams to ensure DFM/DFT standards are met.

Top Skills & Experience:

  • PCB Layout experience with 12+ layer boards.
  • Strong experience in RF/Radio design, including antenna and filter integration.
  • Solid understanding of digital design principles.
  • Proficiency with Cadence Allegro 17.2 or higher.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., SerDes, DDR).
  • Familiarity with telecom or networking hardware.

Why Apply?

  • Work on innovative projects with a global leader in telecom technology.
  • Collaborate with a team of top-tier engineers.
  • Competitive compensation and potential for long-term engagement.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 – $75.00/hr.Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.À propos d’Actalent:Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.About ActalentActalent 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. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.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 for other accommodation options.

Actalent – Pcb Layout Designer – Ottawa, ON

Company: Actalent

Location: Ottawa, ON

Expected salary: $65 – 75 per hour

Job date: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:58:05 GMT

Job description: Job Title: PCB Layout DesignerJob DescriptionAs a PCB Layout Designer, you will collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineers to develop layout strategies for complex multi-layer boards incorporating RF, High-Speed Digital, and Analog components. You will work closely with board shops and contract manufacturers to ensure the successful closure of Design for Manufacturing (DfM), Design for Assembly (DfA), and Design for Testability (DfT). Additionally, you will generate essential PCB output files for board shops and contract manufacturers, including ODB++, Gerber, Assembly Drawings, Fab notes, and drill files. Maintaining the PCB design flow and ensuring proper handoff between eCAD and mCAD are key aspects of this role.Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineers to develop PCB layout strategies.
  • Work closely with board shops and contract manufacturers to ensure closure of DfM, DfA, and DfT.
  • Generate PCB output files including ODB++, Gerber, Assembly Drawings, Fab notes, and drill files.
  • Ensure proper handoff between eCAD and mCAD.
  • Maintain PCB design flow.

Essential Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in PCB layout design.
  • Experience with complex, high-speed boards (16+ layers).
  • Understanding of RF, High-Speed Digital, and Analog components layout.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical constraints set principles and application (Allegro Constraint Manager).
  • Proficiency in Cadence Allegro.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • IPC circuit board designer certification (CID or CID+).
  • Knowledge and experience in schematic symbol and PCB footprint design.

Work EnvironmentThe work environment is dynamic and involves collaboration with engineers and manufacturers. You will be utilizing advanced technologies and tools such as Cadence Allegro to ensure the successful design and production of PCB layouts. Expect a professional setting that fosters innovation and precision in PCB design.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 – $75.00/hr.Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.À propos d’Actalent:Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.About ActalentActalent 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. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.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 for other accommodation options.