Intermediate PCB Designer

Leonardo DRS; Bedford (Ville); Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work based on needs

Wellness program

Professional development

Job summary

DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is seeking an Intermediate PCB Designer to design complex mixed-signal PCBs with Altium Designer. You will enter schematics, layout components, and optimize for cost, EMI, and thermal performance.

You will mentor junior designers, contribute to proposals, and support design-for-manufacture while aligning with project timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Engineering graduate with strong PCB design experience.
• 4+ years designing PWBs using Altium Designer or equivalent.
• Experience in analog and digital layout, high power electronics.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; reliable delivery within schedule and budget.

Responsibilities

• Enter schematics and create library parts.
• Layout and optimize components and circuits to minimize costs.
• Ensure layouts minimize EMI and manage thermal performance.
• Generate documentation for design configuration management.
• Maintain component parts library and support cost and manufacturability.

Skills

Altium Designer

Analog Layout

Digital Layout

Power Electronics

EMI Mitigation

Team Collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 150 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the Intermediate PCB Designer is responsible for the design of complex mixed-signal, multi-layer SMT and thru-hole printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Altium Designer.

As an Intermediate PCB Designer, your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Enter schematics into the design software, and create the required part library files when required
• Layout and optimization of components and circuits to minimize design and production costs while adhering to appropriate design requirements
• Efficiently layout components and circuits to minimize design and production costs while adhering to appropriate design requirements
• Optimize layout to maximize performance (including reduced EMI and thermal management)
• Generate the associated documentation to assist with design configuration management
• Maintain the component parts library
• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Participate in the preparation of engineering and product solution proposals
• Mentor junior PCB designers to achieve program goals and timelines
• Adopt and support the company’s core values and code of ethics

What you require to be successful in the role

• Engineering graduate of an accredited institution
• Minimum of 4 plus years’ experience in the design and development of printed wiring boards (PWBs) using Altium Designer or a comparable design program
• Analog and Digital Layout experience, especially with respect to high power electronics and modern component technologies, is required.
• Strong analytical and creativity capabilities
• A record of delivering cost effective and reliable designs within schedule and budget.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making ability
• Ability to thrive in a product development team environment
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Previous experience designing switched-mode power supplies incorporating signal integrity, particularly Electromagnetic Interference mitigation strategies, would be highly desirable
• Experience with packaging and/or mechanical design would be an asset
• Past experience in the Defence industry would also be an asset
• Familiarity with both commercial (IPC) and Military Standards as they apply to power conversion equipment

Benefits of working with DRS

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Opportunity for Hybrid work based on operational needs
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

About DRS Pivotal Power

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group.

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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