Description

Position Summary:

As a PCB Designer, you will play a hands-on role in the development of advanced power electronics systems. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to design printed circuit boards (PCBs) for AC/DC, DC/DC, and DC/AC converters and inverters. These designs will support a wide range of military applications, including radar, RF communications, mission computing, battery charging, onboard power, and autonomous systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, quality-focused, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

•\tCreate PCB layouts using industry-standard CAD software.

•\tDesign digital and analog circuits for power electronics applications.

•\tUse layout tools to position components and define electrical connectivity.

•\tPrepare fabrication and assembly documentation for suppliers.

•\tImplement test plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and reliability.

•\tRevise designs based on customer feedback and engineering specifications.

•\tCollaborate with engineers to produce drawings and support manufacturing processes.

•\tDevelop and maintain PCB design guidelines for internal and external use.

•\tCreate detailed specifications for manufacturing processes.

•\tWork on a variety of board types including multi-layer, high-power, and standard PCBs.

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Required Qualifications:

•\tAssociate degree in electronics or related technical field, or 5–7 years of experience in the electrical industry.

•\tMinimum 5 years of experience in PCB layout and design.

•\tStrong understanding of electronic components and PCB design principles.

•\tProficiency with schematic capture and PCB design tools such as PCAD, Altium, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.

•\tExperience with power topologies, thermal mitigation strategies, and control systems.

•\tAbility to work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines.

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Preferred Qualifications:

•\tExperience designing for military or aerospace applications.

•\tFamiliarity with IPC standards and design for manufacturability (DFM).

•\tKnowledge of EMI/EMC considerations in PCB design.

•\tStrong documentation and communication skills.

Skills

altium, Pcb design, Pcb, Electrical, EMI, EMC, PCAD, Solidworks, AC/DC

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Murphy,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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