PCB Designer

Job Description

As a PCB Designer, you will be responsible for delivering PCB layouts and supporting documentation into manufacturing in accordance with both customer and internal requirements. Your role will involve designing for electrical functionality and participating in Library Symbol/Footprint creations using IPC standards. You will be expected to independently handle design and release efforts, collaborating with other disciplines to achieve complete technical competency and mastery in PCB design and development.

Responsibilities

Deliver PCB layouts and supporting documentation in line with customer and internal requirements.Design PCB layouts ensuring adherence to electrical, mechanical, EMC, manufacturing, and cost requirements.Participate in Library Symbol/Footprint creation using IPC standards.Work independently on intermediate to advanced level tasks as a highly competent ECAD designer.Support PCB layout design reviews focusing on electrical, EMC, and manufacturing aspects.

Essential Skills

5 or more years of experience in ECAD Electrical design.Proficient in schematic capture and circuit board layout using OrCad CIS and Cadence PCB Layout Pro workflow.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Highly computer literate with expertise in Cadence/Orcad PCB Layout Pro and MS Office.Familiarity with IPC class II & III circuit board design and manufacturing standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in generating and maintaining parts libraries for schematic capture and board layout.Understanding of industry and IPC standards for PCB Design & Library structure.Ability to interpret component data sheets.Understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering design practices.

Work Environment

Join a fast-growing aerospace company working heavily with large space and defense primes. Enjoy opportunities for growth and the ability to see the impact you make on the business. Benefit from a flexible work schedule, with options to work four 10-hour days from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays off, or four 9-hour days with a half-day on Friday. Work 100% on-site in a state-of-the-art engineering center in Parsippany, which offers a dynamic and cutting-edge work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Parsippany-Troy Hills,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 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.