PCB Layout Developer IT-Consulting · Ottawa ·

Elits Canada Inc.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ELITS Canada Inc. is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Developer to join our team in Ottawa. The role focuses on high-speed, multi‑layer boards with emphasis on SI/PI, EMI/EMC, and manufacturability across the product lifecycle.

You will lead layout activities, apply ACM constraints, review front-end constraints, and collaborate with digital designers to ensure robust, efficient designs. Canadian residents welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of PCB layout design experience.
• Experience in telecom or embedded systems preferred.
• Solid knowledge of high-frequency layout considerations and manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute PCB layout activities for high-speed multi-layer boards.
• Apply and manage layout constraints with ACM to ensure SI/PI and EMI/EMC compliance.
• Collaborate with digital designers to review front-end constraints and schematics.
• Optimize component placement and routing for electrical performance and thermal management.
• Produce and maintain layout documentation, Gerber files, and fabrication outputs.
• Perform DRC/ERC checks and participate in design reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to align layout with system requirements.

Skills

Cadence layout tools

Allegro

ACM

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Job description

About ELITS

ELITS Canada Inc. is part of Accelerate, within the IVER Group in Sweden. IVER Group has approximately 1,300 employees and continues to grow. Through Accelerate, we work at the forefront of technology on digitization and transformation projects for market leading customers. We help customers turn digital ambition into successful implementation through close collaboration, humility, and pride in what we deliver.

ELITS is now looking for an experienced PCB Layout Developer to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• PCB Layout Development: Lead and execute PCB layout activities for high‑speed, multi‑layer digital and mixed‑signal boards.
• Constraint Management: Apply and manage layout constraints using Cadence tools, particularly Allegro Constraint Manager (ACM), ensuring signal integrity, power integrity, and compliance.
• Schematic Review: Collaborate with digital designers to review and validate front‑end constraints and schematics.
• Design Optimization: Optimize component placement and routing for electrical performance, thermal efficiency, and mechanical requirements.
• Documentation: Produce and maintain layout documentation, including Gerber files, assembly drawings, and fabrication outputs.
• Quality Assurance: Perform DRC and ERC checks and participate in design reviews.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to align layout activities with system‑level requirements and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in PCB layout design, preferably in telecom or embedded systems.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Cadence layout tools, especially Allegro and ACM.
• Strong understanding of high‑speed design principles, impedance control, and EMI/EMC best practices.
• Experience reviewing and applying front‑end design constraints.
• Solid knowledge of PCB materials, stack‑up design, and manufacturability considerations.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and PCB fabrication processes.

Required Skills

• Experience with DDRx memory interfaces, SerDes technologies, and power distribution networks.
• Deep understanding of signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI), especially during early placement and routing planning.
• Ability to manage multiple layout projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualities

• Communicative, positive, and customer‑oriented.
• Strong analytical skills, logical reasoning, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Responsible, autonomous, and resourceful.
• Team‑oriented, organized, and committed to quality results.
• Creative and proactive, with ideas to improve products and processes.
• Able to coordinate and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

This position is open to Canadian residents (persons with work permit in Canada).

ELITS - Part of Accelerate at Iver Group