PCB Layout Engineer
On-site · Santa Clara, California, United States
Job Summary
Electrical Engineer PCB Layout to translate PCB schematics into manufacturable PCB layouts and coordinate manufacturing and assembly with vendors. Translate electrical schematics into manufacturable layouts with component placement optimized for signal integrity, thermal performance, manufacturability, and assembly constraints. Route high-density analog, RF, high-speed, digital, and power signals according to design rules and best practices. Generate fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing deliverables (Gerbers, ODB++, IPC-2581, drill files, pick-and-place data, assembly drawings). Coordinate with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors on stackup, material selection, tolerances, and DFM reviews. Maintain PCB libraries and document layout guidelines, design decisions, and revision history. Collaboration across electronics, micro-fabrication, and mechanical engineers in a state-of-the-art implantable electronics environment. Based in Santa Clara, CA, with office-based work; remote work is not supported.
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of PCB layout fundamentals and multilayer board design
- Experience with Altium Designer
- Experience generating manufacturing outputs and working with fabrication vendors
- Ability to interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and manufacturing documentation
- Knowledge of IPC standards
- Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques and regulatory considerations
- Experience with PCB stackup design, transmission lines, controlled impedance, and material properties
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
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