Fidus is a global high-tech design firm headquartered in Ottawa, with additional design centres in Kitchener-Waterloo and San Jose. We specialize in leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for clients in emerging technology markets. Make an Impact with US:At Fidus, you'll work on high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems, often using emerging technologies before they reach the broader market.

You'll collaborate across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design as part of cross-functional teams delivering real products for our clients. In practice, that means contributing to projects across Communications, Aerospace & Defence, Life Sciences & Medical Devices, Space & Satellite, Industrial Automation, Automotive, and Semiconductor engagements. You won't be limited to a single product or industry—your work will follow the technology, not just one roadmap.

PCB layout design on different core material substrate, component placement, impedance matching and routing analysis Work closely with the mechanical and the signal integrity team during product development phases Generate fabrication drawings, assembly drawings and drill files Work closely with board houses to ensure compliance with DFA and DFM practices and lead DFM reviews, until closure to ensure the design is ready for high volume manufacturing Interface with board houses to resolve technical issues Research and implement new techniques and technologies to grow the PCB design skill‑set, reduce PCB cost, and stay current on industry PCB design practices. Minimum 5 years of experience laying out dense, high-speed, digital and analog boards for various industries and products.



You must have a proven track record for delivering high-quality designs.

Extensive experience applying advanced electrical constraint sets using the Allegro Constraint Manager, or equivalent IPC certification will be considered an asset Interact well with customers and other employees PCB layout design on different core material substrate, component placement, impedance matching and routing analysis Work closely with the mechanical and the signal integrity team during product development phases Generate fabrication drawings, assembly drawings and drill files Work closely with board houses to ensure compliance with DFA and DFM practices and lead DFM reviews, until closure to ensure the design is ready for high volume manufacturing Interface with board houses to resolve technical issues Embraces AI as part of a modern engineering toolkit Research and implement new techniques and technologies to grow the PCB design skill‑set, reduce PCB cost, and stay current on industry PCB design practices.

Additional skills considered an Asset: Autocad, Solidworks, Inventor (mechanical design tools) Location and travel:Travel may be required domestically and internationally to support customer engagements and project delivery. This position may require access to export-controlled information. Candidates will be required to complete background checks and security screening under Canada's Controlled Goods Program (CGP)



and may also be required to obtain a security clearance under the Contract Security Program (CSP) administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC, formerly PWGSC).

The final offer within this rangetakes into accountthe variations in knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, and with consideration to internal equity. Our competitive compensation package also includes a comprehensive advantages package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, matching GRSP contributions, annual profit-sharing bonus, along with other supplementary benefits. We also recognize that candidates show interest throughout different career stages and welcome all applications.

When there is a great fit, the level of the role may be shifted as applicable.

About

Fidus & Why Work HereSince 2001, Fidus has completed over 4,000 projects for more than 400 customers across industries including Telecom/Datacom, Aerospace & Defence, Consumer, Semiconductors, Industrial/Automotive Controls, and Medical. As a Premier Adaptive Computing Partner for AMD North America, we combine deep technical expertise with industry-leading tools to solve complex design challenges. Fidus designs high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems using emerging technologies, often well before they reach the broader market.

Our teams work across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design to deliver real products for our customers. Automated tools (including AI) support our initial screening of applicants against our job posting to identify candidates whose qualifications, experience, and skills align most closely with the position requirements. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

📌 Pcb Layout Designer (Winnipeg)
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📍 Winnipeg