PCB Design Engineer

ECTRONS Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Penang is seeking a PCB Designer to focus on multi-layer PCB design and development. Responsibilities include generating design files, collaborating with manufacturing partners, and validating designs through testing. The ideal candidate will be proficient in tools like Altium Designer and KiCAD, with a strong understanding of PCB design principles. This role offers opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in PCB design processes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in PCB design software such as Altium Designer, KiCAD, or Cadence Allegro.
• Strong understanding of PCB design principles, including impedance control and routing.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and excellent documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-layer PCBs, including high-speed and high-density layouts.
• Generate and review design files, including Gerber files and assembly drawings.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to validate PCB designs through testing.

Skills

PCB design software proficiency

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Excellent documentation and communication skills

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCAD

Cadence Allegro

Job description

Key Responsibilities

PCB Design and Development

• Design multi-layer PCBs, including high-speed and high-density layouts, using tools such as Altium Designer, KiCAD, or equivalent.
• Perform schematic capture and create detailed PCB layouts for analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits.
• Optimize layouts for signal integrity, power distribution, and thermal performance.

Manufacturing and Assembly Support

• Generate and review design files, including Gerber files, fabrication, and assembly drawings.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure designs meet fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews.

Testing and Validation

• Work closely with hardware engineers to validate PCB designs through testing and debugging.
• Use testing equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers to troubleshoot board-level issues.
• Ensure all designs meet quality, performance, and reliability standards.

Collaboration and Documentation

• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to integrate PCBs into complete systems.
• Maintain detailed documentation for designs, including schematics, BOMs, and design revisions.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure alignment with project goals and technical standards.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on the latest trends in PCB design, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance design efficiency and quality.

Required Skills and Expertise

PCB Design Tools

• Proficiency in PCB design software such as Altium Designer, KiCAD, or Cadence Allegro.
• Familiarity with simulation tools for signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal analysis.

Design Knowledge

• Strong understanding of PCB design principles, including impedance control, routing, and layer stack‑up.
• Experience with high-speed digital designs and power supply layouts.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC compliance and mitigation techniques.

Manufacturing and Testing

• Understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes.
• Familiarity with standards such as IPC‑2221 and IPC‑7351 for PCB design and manufacturing.
• Experience with PCB debugging and testing methodologies.

Collaboration and Communication

• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills to convey design concepts and updates.

Nice to Have

• Experience with flex and rigid‑flex PCB designs.
• Knowledge of low‑power or wearable device PCB layouts.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools for mechanical integration.
• Hands‑on experience with RF PCB design and testing.
• Proficiency in scripting for automation using tools like Python, Tcl, or shell scripts to streamline PCB design processes and workflows.