Senior PCB Designer
Core
Lead complex PCB layouts from concept through fabrication for advanced energy, automotive, defense, aerospace, medical, and robotics applications.
Role type
Senior IC PCB Layout Designer
Builds
High-complexity PCBs including flex, rigid-flex, HDI, high-voltage, RF, and mixed-signal designs
Domain
Electronics / Hardware Engineering
Required skills
Altium Designer, IPC standards, signal integrity, analog/digital/RF/power circuit layout, PCB manufacturing processes, design for manufacturability, design reviews, fabrication documentation, design standards development, project scheduling, team mentoring
Preferred skills
CID+ certification, SI/PI analysis tools (HyperLynx, Keysight ADS), flex/rigid-flex design, scripting (Python, SKILL), AI tools for design, regulatory compliance (UL, CE, FCC), additional EDA platforms (Cadence Allegro, Mentor PADS)
Technologies
Altium Designer, HyperLynx, Keysight ADS, Python, SKILL, ODB++, IPC-2581, Gerber
Responsibilities
Lead complex PCB layouts from concept through fabrication; Apply advanced layout principles across high-speed digital, RF, and mixed-signal applications; Collaborate with signal and power integrity engineers; Partner with electrical and mechanical engineers; Optimize designs for manufacturability, testability, performance, and cost; Lead design reviews with stakeholders and clients; Generate and verify fabrication packages and assembly documentation; Develop PCB layout standards, templates, and design guidelines; Plan and manage schedules and resource estimates; Mentor junior and mid-level designers; Drive continuous improvement of design practices; Own PCB layout projects with autonomy from kickoff to manufacturing release
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
