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PCB Layout Designer

Calian


Job Location:

Ontario - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 75000 - 85000
Posted: 22 August 2026 (9 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ottawa ON On-site

Position Overview

The PCB & Layout Designer will support the design modification and maintenance of PCB layouts for GNSS and RF-based products. Working closely with engineers and designers this role will focus primarily on PCB layout design using Altium Designer supporting product updatescomponentchanges prototype development and documentation activities. The successful candidate will havea strong foundationin PCB design an understanding of basic RF principles and a willingness to expand into prototype assembly and board validation activities over time.

Responsibilities

  • Design andmodifyPCB layouts using Altium Designer

  • Update existing PCB designs to supportcomponentsubstitutions and product enhancements

  • Collaborate with RF hardware and systems engineers on new and existing product designs

  • Create andmaintainPCB documentation fabrication files and design records

  • Perform PCB design reviews design rule checks (DRC) and manufacturability verification

  • Support schematic capture to PCB layout implementation

  • Assistwith prototype assembly and SMT rework asrequired

  • Conduct basic board bring-up and initial validation activities

  • Troubleshoot PCB-related issues with support from senior engineers and designers

  • Contribute to the design of PCBs used in products fixtures and development projects


Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering RF Engineering or a related field
    OR

  • Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology Electrical Engineering Technology or a related discipline combined with relevant industry experience

  • 2-4 years of experience in PCB layout or PCB design

  • Experience using Altium Designer for PCB layout

  • Experience working with multi-layer PCBs

  • Ability to read and interpret schematics technical drawings andcomponentdatasheets

  • Understanding of PCB design principles signal integrity and manufacturability

  • Basic understanding of RF concepts such as transmission lines impedance matching and high-frequency layout considerations

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary engineering team

Additional Requirements

  • Experience with SMT soldering prototype assembly or PCB rework is considered an asset

  • Experience performing board bring-up troubleshooting or validation activities is considered an asset

  • Familiarity with RF or GNSS products is considered an asset

  • Experience using oscilloscopes VNAs spectrum analyzers or other electronic test equipment is considered an asset but notrequired


Compensation

$75000- $85000

Vacancy

We have 1 available position(s).

Job Title:PCB Layout Designer

Requisition Number:2570

Date:August 20 2026

Location 1:Ottawa ON

Remote:No

Business Unit:Defence& Space

Department:GNSS

Job Type: Full-time

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