PCB Layout Designer (Kitchener)

Position Overview The PCB Layout Designer is responsible for designing and delivering complex, high‑speed, multi‑layer PCBs for Fidus clients. This role requires close collaboration with hardware, signal integrity, mechanical teams, and manufacturing partners to translate electrical requirements into high‑quality, manufacturable PCB layouts. Responsibilities - Layout of complex, multi‑layer, high‑speed PCBs using Cadence Allegro PCB Design, Mentor Expedition/PADS or Altium. - PCB layout design on different core material substrates, component placement, impedance matching, and routing analysis. - Work closely with the mechanical and signal integrity teams during product development phases. - Generate fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and drill files. - Work closely with board houses to ensure compliance with DFA and DFM practices and lead DFM reviews until closure to ensure the design is ready for high‑volume manufacturing. - Interface with board houses to resolve technical issues. - Research and implement new techniques and technologies to grow the PCB design skill‑set, reduce PCB cost, and stay current on industry PCB design practices. Qualifications - Minimum 5 years of experience laying out dense, high‑speed, digital and analog boards for various industries and products, with a proven track record of delivering high‑quality designs. - Extensive experience applying advanced electrical constraint sets using the Allegro Constraint Manager or equivalent. - College technician diploma or equivalent. - IPC certification considered an asset. - Detail‑driven with the ability to produce zero‑defect layouts. - Understanding of the fundamentals of high‑speed circuit card design and routing. - Strong communication skills and the ability to interact well with customers and colleagues. - Quick ramp‑up on new technologies and processes. - Contributes to a dynamic and friendly working environment. Additional Skills Considered an Asset - Protel, Altium, PCAD; OrCAD Layout; Cadstar; Orcad CIS, Concept or DxDesigner (schematic capture tools); AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor (mechanical design tools). Compensation & Benefits Annual base salary ranges from $90,000 to $125,000, adjusted for experience, skill level, and market conditions. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, matching GRSP contributions, annual profit‑sharing bonus, and additional supplementary benefits. Fidus welcomes and encourages diverse candidates to apply. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all selection processes. Fidus is committed to creating a diverse setting and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pgzq7