PCB Designer III

Position Summary

At the Toronto Design Centre, our Product Development teams provide solutions to our customers through the design and development of AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies. In this role, you will:

• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, safety, and NPI engineers, based on engineering inputs (including schematics, mechanical, safety and DFM inputs, etc.), using Cadence design software and related support software, design multilayer printed circuit boards to meet electrical, safety, thermal, and manufacturing requirements

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Design multilayer, high-density AC/DC and DC/DC printed circuit boards (PCBs), applying strong knowledge of PCB design principles and constraints.
• Apply electronics technology and component knowledge to PCB design and layout.
• Create and maintain component footprints, PCB libraries, and feature symbols for ongoing design use.
• Interface with PCB vendors to solve technical data issues.
• Create and maintain components and feature symbols for ongoing use in PCB designs
• Evaluate, diagnose, and troubleshoot PCB design-related problems.
• Effectively communicate with a variety of internal customers and external vendors.
• Review and interpret technical requirements and requests from management, engineering teams, vendors, and manufacturing partners.
• Convey urgency and importance of product documentation processes to obtain timely support

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience designing PCBs preferred.

• Experience with analog and/or power electronics PCB design; basic knowledge of power electronics design is preferred.

• Proficiency with Cadence Allegro or comparable PCB design software.

• Experience with PCB library creation and maintenance is preferred.

• Knowledge of PCB fabrication processes, including materials, finishes, and inspection/quality standards.

• Strong understanding of PCB design and manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of PCB assembly manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical considerations related to PCB design.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and processes.

• Strong team player with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This position is an on-site role, with one flex day per week of remote work.

Competencies

Compensation Data

Salary range for this role is $75,000/year to $85,000/year. The range listed is based on market data and internal benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.