Printed Circuit Board Design Engineer

Happiest Minds Technologies; Pune District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Happiest Minds Technologies in Pune is seeking a skilled PCB Design Engineer to lead end-to-end PCB development from concept through layout to manufacturing release. You will handle high-density, multi-layer designs using Cadence Allegro and Altium Designer, ensuring rigorous adherence to design constraints and reliability.

You will collaborate with schematic, mechanical, and manufacturing teams, perform DFM/DFT analyses, enforce IPC standards, and guide prototype builds, debugging, and release.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience using Cadence Allegro PCB Design and Altium Designer.
• Deep understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, high-speed and power electronics design, EMI/EMC considerations.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (Class 2/3) and reliability-focused design environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-power, multi-layer PCB layout design using Cadence Allegro and Altium Designer.
• Perform design reviews and validations prior to release.
• Define impedance, power integrity, and signal integrity constraints and manage cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

High-power PCB design

Hardware board design

EMI/EMC considerations

Thermal constraints

Signal integrity

IPC standards knowledge

Experience in high-reliability design

Soft skills: problem-solving

Soft skills: communication

Soft skills: milestone-driven programs

Tools

Cadence Allegro PCB Designer

Altium Designer

Git / SVN / PLM systems

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled PCB Design Engineer with strong expertise in Cadence Allegro and Altium Designer to lead and deliver complex PCB design activities. This role involves end-to-end PCB development, from concept through layout to manufacturing release, ensuring high-quality, reliable designs aligned with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. PCB Design & Layout Execution

• Perform high-Power, high-density PCB layout design using Cadence Allegro and Altium Designer
• Handle multi-layer PCB designs, including complex systems (power electronics, control boards, embedded systems)
• Execute component placement, routing, stack-up definition, and constraint-driven design

2. Design Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, Class 2/3)
• Perform DFM, DFA, and DFT analysis to ensure manufacturability and reliability
• Conduct design reviews and validations before release

3. Constraint & Signal Integrity Management

Define and implement:

• Electrical constraints
• Impedance control
• Power integrity and signal integrity best practices

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work with schematic, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure design feasibility
• Engage with suppliers and PCB fabricators for design optimization
• Support prototype builds, debugging, and issue resolution

Hands-on usage of:

• Cadence Allegro PCB Designer

Work with:

• Constraint Manager (Allegro)
• Library management systems
• Version control environments (Git/SVN/PLM systems)

6. Data Management & Release

Generate and validate:

• Fabrication & assembly drawings

Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and version control

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

Strong hands-on experience in: Cadence Allegro PCB Design and Altium Designer

Deep understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, High-speed and power electronics design, EMI/EMC considerations

Domain Expertise:

Experience in high-reliability design environments (Aerospace / Industrial / Automotive preferred)

Knowledge of IPC standards (Class 2 / Class 3), Thermal and mechanical constraints.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
• Effective communication with stakeholders
• Ability to work in fast-paced, milestone-driven programs

Mandatory Skills

High power PCB design| Hardware Board Design| PCB Layout review| Emi / Emc| Allegro| Altium