PCB Designer (Altium)

Job Title: PCB Designer (Altium)

Location: Hybrid - Glendale Heights, IL (Must be onsite on Day 1)

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Job Description

Crescend Technologies is seeking an experienced PCB Designer with expertise in Altium Designer to join our innovative team on a six-month contract. This role involves a hybrid work arrangement with a requirement to be onsite in Glendale Heights, IL, from Day 1. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in PCB design, schematic capture, and collaboration within cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development: Create and develop printed circuit board (PCB) designs for a variety of applications.

Schematic Capture: Generate and maintain detailed schematic diagrams and PCB layouts using industry-standard tools.

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that designs meet technical specifications and project requirements.

Design Reviews: Participate in design reviews, offering constructive feedback to optimize quality and performance.

Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve PCB design issues during development and testing phases.

Compliance: Ensure all designs adhere to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements. Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience: Proven experience in PCB design and schematic capture.

Software Proficiency: Expertise in PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Eagle.

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of electronic components and circuit design principles.

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications

High-Frequency PCB Design: Experience in designing PCBs for high-frequency applications.

Signal Integrity & EMC/EMI: Knowledge of signal integrity principles and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)/electromagnetic interference (EMI) considerations.

Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) principles.