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Printed Circuit Board Layout Designer (ECAD)

APR Consulting
Bloomington, MN Contractor
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Printed Circuit Board Layout Designer (ECAD) position that just opened in Bloomington, MN. In this role, you will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to design and document complex PCB layouts that meet stringent military and industry standards. To be considered, you will have an Associate’s degree plus a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

Location: Bloomington, MN (On-Site, Hybrid/Flex, or Remote)
Position: Printed Circuit Board Layout Designer (ECAD)
Contract: 24 months or longer
Pay: $60.84/hour

Role Overview
As a Printed Circuit Board Layout Designer, you will play a critical role in supporting high-performance defense and aerospace programs. You will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to design and document complex PCB layouts that meet stringent military and industry standards.  

Key Responsibilities 
  • Perform detailed layout design and documentation of printed circuit boards under guidance from engineering teams.
  • Interpret schematics, part lists, and functional descriptions to create accurate board configurations.
  • Utilize Siemens/Mentor Graphics Xpedition toolset, including Layout, Valor, DRC Hazard Checker, Constraint Editor/Manager (CES), and Drawing Editor.
  • Develop electronic library symbols, geometry, and footprints.
  • Conduct Valor and DRC Hazard checks to ensure compliance with design standards.
  • Validate drawings against project inputs for accuracy and adherence to engineering drafting practices.
Qualifications:
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience, plus a minimum of 5 years in PCB layout design.
  • U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of work.
  • Expertise in HDI printed circuit/wiring boards for high-speed designs.
  • Strong knowledge of MIL and IPC standards.
  • Proficiency with Siemens/Mentor Graphics tools (Xpedition Design/Layout, Valor, CES, Drawing Editor).
Ideal Candidate Attributes
  • Passion for innovation and teamwork.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country.  Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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