PCB Layout Engineer

JOB TITLE: PCB Layout Engineer
LOCATION: Remote (Strong preference for Sunnyvale, CA; onsite work may be required)
DURATION: Through the end of October
PAY RANGE: $83 - $93/hr.

TOP 3 SKILLS:

• Senior-level experience with Cadence Allegro (v21) and strong overall PCB layout/design background for complex boards.
• Rigid-flex and flexible circuit design experience.
• HDI (high-density interconnect) PCB design experience.

Company:
Our client is a Fortune 500 multinational technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

Job Description:
As a PCB Layout Engineer on the AR Product Team, you will be responsible for driving world-class, complex PCB layouts that incorporate cutting-edge component and stack-up technologies. A core focus of this role is implementing miniaturization solutions within AR product designs. You will collaborate closely with internal electrical and mechanical engineers, DFM, SiPi, and other layout and library teams, as well as external suppliers.

Key Projects:

• Research concepts and translate them into engineering plans, blueprints, and graphics.
• Create CAD models and detailed drawings for new products/systems.
• Develop, build, and test prototypes; run evaluations and iterations.
• Assess prototypes to identify issues, risks, and failure points.
• Propose changes to improve production efficiency.
• Oversee and supervise the manufacturing execution of designs (coordinate through build/production).
• Work with electrical and mechanical engineers.
• Define projects, produce status reports, and deliver board files upon completion.

Responsibilities:

• Project Management & Execution:
  • Manage multiple complex layout projects, providing timely status reports within systems.
  • Lead designs from kick-off through tape-out, encompassing rigid, rigid-flex, and flex PCBs for both product and non-product/test projects.
  • Proactively schedule and drive project meetings (Kick-off, Placement, Constraint, and Design Reviews) to ensure design verification using the the Design Traveler document.
  • Create and modify engineering tool project templates, data, configuration data, and rules.
• Technical Expertise & Problem Solving:
  • Apply a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, particularly for power distribution, high-speed circuits, and RF signals.
  • Identify project execution risks or slowdowns proactively and collaborate with managers and/or technical program managers to propose alternative PCB development workflow solutions.
  • Understand and propose practical fit and function solutions related to miniaturization concepts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Supplier Engagement:
  • Proactively partner with EE Leads, Mechanical Engineering, TPMs, and other cross-functional teams (XFNs) to resolve design issues.
  • Work with internal DFM engineers to confirm supplier requirements at project launch.
  • Engage with external suppliers and Supplier Quality/Process Engineering (SQE/PE) to resolve DFM issues and ensure high-yield builds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in complex PCB Design.
• 5+ years of experience using Allegro PCB Design Tools (version 23.1 or newer).
• Strong understanding of the mechanical aspects of electronics design.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience implementing miniaturization solutions in dense form-factor designs (e.g., wearable products, mobile phone design).

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience

Must-Have Skills:

• Senior-level experience with Cadence Allegro (v21).
• Rigid-flex and flexible circuit design experience.
• HDI (high-density interconnect) PCB design experience.
• Strong overall PCB layout/design background for complex boards.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Manufacturing/process exposure (overseeing or supervising manufacturing processes; design-for-manufacturability mindset).
• Production efficiency / continuous improvement (identify solutions to improve production efficiency).
• Strong communication & collaboration (verbal/written communication + team player; helpful when coordinating design + manufacturing).

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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