What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCB Drafter (Remote) position at Actalent?
Job Description
You will be involved in the layout of mixed analog and digital designs, including line voltage traces and multilayer board designs. You will generate and apply design rules and scripts, voltage maps, spacing, and perform DRC checks. Additionally, you will create and manage templates and libraries, develop and migrate file-based libraries to Altium 365, and generate output files for manufacturing. A thorough understanding of DFM and DFT requirements of PCB layout and design is essential. You will also need to execute projects on tight deadlines and quickly adapt between different PCB designs.
Responsibilities
- Design PCB layouts for mixed analog and digital systems.
- Create multilayer board designs with precise line voltage traces.
- Generate and apply design rules, scripts, voltage maps, and spacing.
- Conduct DRC checks and ensure compliance with design standards.
- Develop and manage templates and libraries for efficient design processes.
- Migrate and develop file-based libraries to Altium 365, including symbols, footprints, and standardized parameters.
- Produce output files for manufacturing and ensure their accuracy.
- Understand and implement DFM and DFT requirements in PCB layout and design.
- Execute projects under tight deadlines and adapt quickly to different PCB designs.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in PCB Layout and PCB Design.
- Experience creating component libraries in Altium.
- Knowledge of Altium 365 for managing mixed signal and voltage designs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 5 years of experience using Altium Designer in a collaborative role.
- Minimum 2 years of experience with component library and template management using Altium 365.
- 3 years of experience in 4–6-layer mixed signal PCB boards design with AC line voltage power.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent experience.
- Basic understanding of electronic components.
- Proficiency in MS-Office applications like Word, Excel, and Teams.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/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 Derry,NH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.
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.
Salary : $45 - $60