Electrical Engineer - PCB Layout

acktive-eng; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Job summary

ACKtive Engineering Solutions LLC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer with a focus on PCB Layout and a required active TS/SCI clearance. The role emphasizes cutting-edge mixed-signal designs in a collaborative engineering environment and requires hands-on expertise with Altium Designer.

Responsibilities include designing circuits, PCB layouts, and hardware architectures while collaborating with software, RF, and mechanical teams.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 7+ years as a hardware design engineer in mixed-signal design.
• 3+ years of experience using Altium Designer.
• Experience with HDI (High Density Interconnects).
• Experience working within formal engineering processes (configuration management, requirements tracking, design reviews).

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and develop electrical circuits for mixed-signal applications.
• Use Altium Designer to create circuit schematics and PCB layouts.
• Assist in developing hardware architectures and solving design challenges.
• Collaborate with software, RF, and mechanical engineers to optimize design.
• Provide technical leadership to less experienced engineers.
• Participate in and moderate peer reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

HDI design

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Flexible schedule


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Profit sharing


• Vision insurance

About the Role:

ACKtive Engineering Solutions LLC is looking for a talented Electrical Engineer with a focus on PCB Layout. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic designs and make a real impact in a collaborative engineering environment. This position requires an active clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Design, document, and develop electrical circuits for mixed-signal applications


• Use Altium Designer to create circuit schematics and PCB layouts


• Assist in developing hardware architectures and brainstorming solutions to challenging design requirements


• Collaborate with software, RF, and mechanical engineers to optimize all areas of design


• Provide technical leadership to less experienced engineers


• Participate in and moderate peer reviews

Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI government clearance


• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a HDE in mixed-signal electrical design


• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or a related field


• A minimum of three (3) years of experience using Altium design software


• Experience with designs utilizing HDI (High Density Interconnects)


• Experience working within formal engineering processes (configuration management, requirements tracking, design reviews)


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on lab environment

About Us:

ACKtive Engineering Solutions is a minority-owned, disadvantaged business dedicated to providing specialized engineering and consulting services throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Our expertise spans Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, System Engineering, and related fields. With a single-tier management model, we effectively minimize overhead costs and maintain strong connections among our employees, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

ACKtive Benefits:

• Hourly pay means you are in control of your pay and leave.


• 5% 401K company contribution - No employee contribution required!


• Up to a 15.75% 401K profit sharing company contribution after the calendar year ends


• Immediate vesting in 401K


• 56 hours of paid time off (vacation and sick)


• Health plans through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) with a $100/month company contribution


• Have a question? Don't see a benefit listed? Contact us! We'd love to fill in the blanks or improve our benefits to better fit our team members.

Flexible Time off, Hourly Pay:

We believe flexibility and fair compensation go hand in hand. Our team is paid a competitive hourly rate, ensuring you're compensated for every hour you work. In addition to your high hourly pay, you'll receive 56 hours of paid time off (PTO) each year. Beyond your PTO, you may take additional unpaid time off as needed, provided your time away aligns with customer mission requirements and is approved in advance. This approach allows you to enjoy greater control over your schedule while earning industry-leading pay.

Total Compensation: