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PCB Layout Designer / ECAD Designer

Job Title: PCB Layout Designer / ECAD Designer

Job Type: Full-Time

Education: Associate's degree preferred

We are seeking an experienced PCB Layout Designer / ECAD Designer to support the development of new electronic products as well as the maintenance and improvement of existing designs.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in schematic capture, PCB layout, ECAD library management, and manufacturing documentation. This position will work closely with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Test Engineering teams to develop reliable, manufacturable electronic products.

The successful candidate will have proficiency with OrCAD Capture, PADS Professional/PADS Layout, and Altium Designer. The role will support legacy designs while helping transition future product development to Altium Designer.

• Create and modify electronic schematics using OrCAD Capture and Altium Designer.

• Perform schematic symbol verification and maintain schematic design standards.

• Design complex multilayer PCBs for analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronic applications.

• Convert and migrate legacy designs from PADS and OrCAD to Altium Designer as required.

• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers on component selection, schematic development, and PCB layout.

• Develop PCB stackups based on:

  • Signal integrity

  • Power integrity

  • EMC/EMI requirements

  • Thermal performance

  • Manufacturability

  • Reliability

• Create, maintain, and manage ECAD component libraries, including:

  • Schematic symbols

  • PCB footprints

  • 3D models

  • Component parameters and databases

• Ensure library components meet design and manufacturing requirements.

• Prepare complete manufacturing release packages, including:

  • Gerber and/or ODB++ files

  • PCB fabrication drawings

  • Assembly drawings

  • Drill files

  • Pick-and-place files

  • Bills of Materials (BOM)

  • Assembly outputs

• Perform Electrical Rule Checks (ERC) and Design Rule Checks (DRC).

• Ensure designs meet applicable manufacturing and engineering standards.

• Coordinate design reviews with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Test Engineering teams.

• Work with Mechanical Engineers to ensure PCB dimensions, enclosure fit, connector locations, and mechanical interfaces are correct.

• Support prototype assembly, engineering validation, troubleshooting, and production release.

• Work directly with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors to resolve manufacturing and design issues.

• Participate in Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECNs) and continuous product improvement initiatives.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 5+ years of professional ECAD/PCB design experience.

• Strong hands-on experience with:

  • OrCAD Capture

  • PADS Professional / PADS Layout

  • Altium Designer

• Experience with both schematic capture and PCB layout.

• Experience designing 4-20 layer PCBs.

• Experience with:

  • Mixed-signal circuits

  • Precision analog circuits

  • Digital embedded systems

  • High-current circuits

  • Power electronics

• Strong understanding of:

  • PCB fabrication processes

  • PCB assembly processes

  • IPC standards

  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

  • Design for Assembly (DFA)

  • Design for Test (DFT)

• Ability to create complete and accurate PCB manufacturing release packages.

• Strong communication, organization, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.

• OrCAD Capture: 5+ years preferred

• PADS Professional / PADS Layout: 5+ years preferred

• Altium Designer: 1+ year preferred

• Experience migrating legacy PCB designs from PADS or OrCAD to Altium.

• Experience working directly with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors.

• Experience with complex analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics designs.

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Salary may vary based on experience, technical expertise, and qualifications.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.