PCB Layout Designer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The PCB Layout Designer plays a critical role in the execution of printed circuit board (PCB) layout activities. This position works closely with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional product development teams to produce detailed PCB layouts and complete manufacturing documentation using industry-standard CAD tools such as Altium, PADS, and Xpedition. The role supports product development across a variety of regulated and commercial product types.

Essential Functions

• Manage PCB libraries, component placement, layout execution, and design reviews
• Develop PCB layout solutions for complex, multi-layer printed circuit boards
• Lead PCB layout reviews, including high-speed design feedback such as crosstalk analysis and best-practice strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams to support product development efforts
• Maintain and manage PADS libraries and associated CAD assets
• Support project quoting for PCB layout work based on customer requirements and engineering design direction
• Stay current with high-speed PCB design techniques, including material selection, layer stack-up construction, and manufacturing guidelines, and apply them as appropriate
• Support electronic component selection and qualification in collaboration with the engineering team
• Create complete engineering documentation required for PCBA manufacturing, including schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and assembly drawings
• Work within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment consisting of electrical hardware and mechanical engineers
• Participate in departmental and program meetings to ensure continuity and alignment across teams
• Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and collaboration at all levels while contributing to a positive team environment
• Mentor junior designers and team members as appropriate

Mandatory Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant PCB layout and CAD design experience
• Advanced proficiency in PCB CAD tools, including Altium, PADS, Xpedition, or similar software

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant PCB layout experience
• Prior experience working in a project-based or consulting-style environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 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.

Salary : $31 - $38