Hardware Design Engineer - PCB layout
Core
Design and develop physical layouts for Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) for next-generation Software Defined Vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC Hardware Design Engineer (PCB Layout)
Builds
Next-generation ECU hardware and PCB assemblies for GM vehicles
Domain
Automotive electronics, ECU design, high-speed interfaces
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PCB layout design, schematic creation, digital/analog HW interface design, design rule checks (DRC), design for manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), ECAD library development, component selection, program management
Preferred skills
Infotainment/telematics experience, high-speed communication buses (Ethernet, PCIe, SerDes), Mentor Graphics tools expertise
Technologies
Mentor Graphics, ECAD tools, Gig+Ethernet, PCIe, SerDes
Responsibilities
Create and design physical layouts of ICs and PCBs; conduct DRC and DFM checks; collaborate with circuit designers, system engineers, and packaging teams; select appropriate technology and processes; optimize layouts for SI/PI/EMC/Thermal/Mechanical constraints; support ECAD librarians; collaborate with procurement and supply chain; identify process improvements for cost and quality.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC