PCB/Ecad librarian

Acesoft Labs; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Acesoft Labs is seeking a Senior ECAD Librarian/ECAD Component Specialist to lead ECAD symbol creation and library management in Cadence EDM/Pulse environments.

You will analyze datasheets, input pin data, and run automated schematic checks while ensuring IPC, DFM/DFA standards and cross-functional alignment across hardware teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience creating ECAD symbols and managing Cadence libraries.
• Strong proficiency with Cadence PCB design tools (Allegro, EDM/Pulse, Part Developer, System Capture).
• Solid understanding of ECAD symbol creation, pin types, and automated schematic audits.
• Familiarity with Schematic Audit automation, IPC/DFM/DFA constraints, and data sheet interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain ECAD “smart” symbols within the Cadence EDM system with accurate data attributes.
• Analyze datasheets and input data into ECAD symbols for automated audits.
• Perform automated schematic checks using Cadence Schematic Audit.
• Maintain thorough documentation of ECAD library parts and procedures.
• Collaborate across hardware, SI/PI, mechanical, and component teams for accurate ECAD integration.
• Drive continuous improvement in ECAD library development and standards compliance.

Skills

ECAD symbol creation

Cadence Allegro

Schematic Audit

Data sheet analysis

DFM/DFA knowledge

IPC standards compliance

Analytical skills

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence EDM/Pulse

System Capture

Part Developer

Cadence Allegro

Job description

Description

Job Title: Senior ECAD PCB Librarian/ECAD Component Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Expertise: Develop and manage the creation of ECAD library smart” symbols, accurately defining pin types, pin properties, and component types.
• Design and Development: Analyze component datasheets to input pin properties and relevant metadata, enabling automated schematic validation against predefined design criteria.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all ECAD logical symbols and library components comply with internal quality standards, IPC standards, and industry best practices (DFM/DFA).
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve issues with ECAD library components, Cadence EDM/Pulse databases, and related tools.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive, accurate documentation of all ECAD Library parts within Cadence EDM/Pulse environment, updating procedures and process documents as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, signal integrity/power integrity simulation teams, mechanical engineers, and component engineers to ensure accurate representation and integration of ECAD components within system designs.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in DFM/DFA reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement, proposing enhancements to current standards and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain ECAD “smart” symbols within the Cadence EDM system, accurately defining pin types, pin properties, component types, and critical data attributes.
• Analyze and interpret component datasheets, accurately inputting data into ECAD symbols for automated schematic audits.
• Perform automated schematic checks using Cadence Schematic Audit.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of ECAD library parts and associated procedures.
• Engage in cross-team collaboration to ensure seamless ECAD integration into hardware designs.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve ECAD library development processes and implement best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven expertise creating ECAD logical symbols and managing Cadence libraries (minimum 5+ years).
• Strong proficiency with Cadence PCB design tools (Allegro, EDM/Pulse, Part Developer, System Capture).
• Solid understanding of ECAD symbol creation, pin types, pin properties, and automated schematic audits.
• Familiarity with Schematic Audit automation and industry-standard electronic component datasheets.
• Knowledgeable in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) constraints.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure precision in data entry and compliance with standards.

Preferred Qualifications & Mandatory Skill set

• Strong knowledge of Cadence System Capture\\DEHDL Schematic Audit (formerly Checkplus)
• Ability to read data sheets and transfer data into ECAD logical symbols.
• Proficiency in Cadence PCB design software (ie Allegro, EDM\\Pulse, Part Developer)
• Create automated checks using Schematic Audit
• Thorough understanding of electronic component data sheets and terminology
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA constraints.

MUST HAVES: MANDATE SKILLS

1. Solid understanding of ECAD symbol creation( Logical and Physical) using Cadence\\Allegro tool
2. Knowledge of DFM/DFA constraints.
3. Good understanding with internal quality standards, IPC standards, JEDEC on Parts creation