Senior Power Electronics PCB Designer

Summary

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the Senior PCB Designer is Responsible for the design of complex mixed-signal, multi-layer SMT and thru-hole printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Altium Designer. Position will be based out of our Bedford, NS office and is a hybrid (3 days in office) role that enjoys a compressed 9 / 80 schedule.

As Senior PCB Designer, your main responsibilites 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 and intermediate PCB designers to achieve program goals and timelines
• Adopt and support the company’s core values and code of ethics

What is required to be successful in the role :

Additional Desirable Skills and Qualifications :

Benefits of working with DRS

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

Maternity and Parental leave top-up

Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off