PCB Layout Designer & Engineering Technician

Position Summary

The PCB Layout Designer & Engineering Technician is responsible for designing and creating printed circuit board (PCB) layouts for new product development, sustaining engineering, and technology projects. This role works closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineers to translate schematic designs into manufacturable PCB layouts while supporting prototype builds, laboratory activities, engineering documentation, and design verification.

The ideal candidate possesses strong PCB CAD expertise, attention to detail, and hands-on technical skills to support products from concept through production release.

Key Responsibilities

PCB Design & Layout

• Create complex PCB layouts from electrical schematics using approved ECAD tools (Siemens Xpedition).
• Develop multilayer PCB designs, including high-density, mixed-signal, analog, digital, RF, and power designs.
• Perform component placement, routing, stack-up implementation, and design optimization.
• Apply design-for-manufacturability (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA), and design-for-testability (DFT) principles.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to resolve signal integrity, power integrity, thermal, and EMI/EMC concerns.
• Generate fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing documentation packages.
• Support PCB design reviews and implement approved design changes.

Technical Skills

• Component placement and routing
• Multilayer board design
• High-speed design fundamentals
• Differential pair routing
• Controlled impedance design
• HDI technologies
• PCB stack-up development
• Design rule management

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, CAD Design, or related technical field; equivalent experience considered.
• At least one year of PCB layout experience
• Experience with PCB CAD tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, Mentor Graphics/PADS, or similar.
• Understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
• Experience creating manufacturing documentation packages.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with AI tools to drive operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field.
• Experience supporting high-speed digital, mixed-signal, RF, or power electronics designs.
• Knowledge of signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC design practices.
• Experience with mechanical collaboration in MCAD environments.
• Familiarity with PLM, ECO, and revision control processes.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and offshore design partners.

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Tektronix

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 66900.00-124300.00