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Entry Level Orcad Pcb Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hardware Engineer, ATE

Irvine, CA · On-site

$86K - $135K/yr

Understanding schematic capture, layout, component selection, and design reviews using tools such as Cadence, or OrCAD * Optimize PCB designs for RF design, signal integrity, power distribution ...

Understanding schematic capture, layout, component selection, and design reviews using tools such as Cadence, or OrCAD * Optimize PCB designs for RF design, signal integrity, power distribution ...

Hardware Engineer, ATE

Irvine, CA · On-site

$86 - $135.30/hr

Understanding schematic capture, layout, component selection, and design reviews using tools such as Cadence, or OrCAD * Optimize PCB designs for RF design, signal integrity, power distribution ...

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CAD Designer

Perry, OH

$22.50 - $31/hr

Experience with PCB Design Packages like Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD or Mentor Graphics PADS. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:

CAD Designer

Perry, OH · On-site

$22.50 - $31/hr

Experience with PCB Design Packages like Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD or Mentor Graphics PADS. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:

CAD Designer

Perry, OH

$22.50 - $31/hr

Experience with PCB Design Packages like Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD or Mentor Graphics PADS. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:

CAD Designer

Perry, OH · On-site

$22.50 - $31/hr

Experience with PCB Design Packages like Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD or Mentor Graphics PADS. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:

CAD Designer

Perry, OH · On-site

$22.50 - $31/hr

Experience with PCB Design Packages like Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD or Mentor Graphics PADS. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:

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Avionics Electrical Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$100K - $180K/yr

Experience with Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD, Cadence, or similar PCB-design tools. * Experience developing electronics for aerospace, unmanned systems, robotics, defense, or other safety-critical ...

Cadence OrCAD Capture, ConceptHDL, Synopsys HSPICE, and Ansys Electronics. * Signal/Power Integrity ... Cadence Allegro PCB Designer, Altium, Valor NPI, Siemens QuestaSim, AMD Vivado, Altera Quartus, and ...

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How much do entry level orcad pcb designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level orcad pcb designer in the United States is $100,705.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Orcad Pcb Designer vs Entry Level Altium Designer PCB Designer?

AspectEntry Level Orcad Pcb DesignerEntry Level Altium Designer PCB Designer
CredentialsBasic knowledge of PCB design, familiarity with Orcad softwareBasic knowledge of PCB design, familiarity with Altium Designer software
Work EnvironmentElectronics and hardware design firms, engineering departmentsElectronics and hardware design firms, engineering departments
Industry UsageWidely used in electronics manufacturing and engineeringWidely used in electronics manufacturing and engineering
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared based on PCB design software proficiencyOften compared based on PCB design software proficiency

Both roles involve entry-level PCB design skills, with the main difference being the software used—Orcad vs Altium Designer. Candidates should focus on the specific software requirements of the job and their familiarity with each platform to determine the best fit.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Orcad Pcb Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,705 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Hardware Engineer, ATE

Synaptics Inc

Irvine, CA • On-site

$86K - $135K/yr

Full-time

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Location: Irvine, CA, United States
Date Posted: Jul 9, 2026
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Description
Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world's most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We're making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.
Overview
Synaptics is looking for a Hardware Engineer, ATE to join our growing organization. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating automated test hardware solutions, translating test requirements into robust electrical and mechanical designs. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Test Hardware Engineering.
The typical base pay range for this position is USD $86,000 - $135,300 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits. Note that compensation listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Job Duties
  • Design, develop, and validate hardware for ATE systems
  • Translate test requirements into circuit schematics, PCB layouts, and interconnect designs
  • Understanding schematic capture, layout, component selection, and design reviews using tools such as Cadence, or OrCAD
  • Optimize PCB designs for RF design, signal integrity, power distribution, crosstalk, impedance control, and EMI/EMC compliance
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers to design mechanical fixtures and enclosures compatible with ATE systems
  • Generate and maintain documentation: schematics, BOMs, test plans, assembly drawings, and revision histories
  • Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers on PCB fabrication, component sourcing, and assembly builds
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects and deliverables
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of test hardware standards, processes, and design libraries

Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of ATE test equipment, Teradyne, Advantest
  • Solid understanding of environmental testing, stress test, and high temperature / burn-in systems
  • Ability to read and write test specifications, hardware requirements, test plans, and documentation
  • Solid understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, grounding, power integrity, noise mitigation
  • Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, Cadence, Mentor, OrCAD)
  • Well organized and flexible; able to balance multiple projects/products under aggressive project schedules in a dynamic environment
  • Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
  • Resourceful and able to solve complex problems through adapting technology and a solid understanding of product architecture
  • Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a diverse team

Qualifications (Requirements)
  • Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Telecommunication, or Computer-Science or related field or equivalent
  • 2+ years of experience in hardware development for test systems / ATE / test fixtures
  • Experience with RF, analog, mixed-signal, digital circuits, signal conditioning, switching, and instrumentation
  • Experience with high-speed digital or RF test (e.g. >1 GHz, SerDes, high-speed PHYs)
  • Hands-on debugging skills: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, network analyzers, source measure units, etc
  • Experience in interfacing with DUTs (device under test), connectors, sockets, relays, cabling, and mechanical constraints
  • Experience in manufacturing / production test environments
  • Prior experience in semiconductor, communication, or data center industries
  • Travel requirements up to 10%

Belief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.
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