Remote Electrical Design Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Design Specialist to join a fully remote engineering team in Canada. You will produce detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB layouts, and BOMs while collaborating with hardware, firmware, and product managers to refine designs.

You bring a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of hands-on experience in schematic capture and PCB layout, and strong ECAD proficiency (Altium/OrCAD/Eagle).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in electrical design focusing on schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Proficiency with ECAD software (Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle).
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power management, and embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts for new product designs and system upgrades.
• Perform detailed circuit analysis, simulations, and power calculations to ensure design integrity and performance.
• Select and specify electrical components, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate remotely with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and product managers to refine designs and resolve technical challenges.
• Generate BOMs and technical documentation for manufacturing and support.
• Stay current with industry trends and new design methodologies to enhance product innovation.

Skills

Electrical design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Analog/digital design

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Eagle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly competent Electrical Design Specialist to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is integral to creating detailed and precise electrical designs for a variety of innovative products and systems. You will be responsible for translating complex requirements into functional schematics and blueprints, utilizing advanced design tools and methodologies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a proactive problem-solver, and adept at collaborating within a virtual team environment, seeking a flexible and impactful remote career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts for new product designs and system upgrades.
• Perform detailed circuit analysis, simulations, and power calculations to ensure design integrity and performance.
• Select and specify electrical components, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate remotely with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and product managers to refine designs and resolve technical challenges.
• Generate Bill of Materials (BOM) and technical documentation for manufacturing and support.
• Stay current with industry trends and new design methodologies to enhance product innovation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical design, focusing on schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Proficiency with industry-standard ECAD software (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle).
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power management, and embedded systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Contribute to cutting-edge technology development in a dynamic industry.