Senior System Board Design Engineer

Reeracoen Recruitment; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Penang seeks an experienced engineer to lead the development of complex multilayer system boards. Responsibilities include driving design and optimization processes, ensuring compliance with electrical and mechanical standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering along with 8 years of relevant experience in high-speed PCB/system board design and be skilled in schematic capture tools.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in high-complexity PCB/system board design.
• Deep expertise in high-speed digital design such as DDR, PCIe, USB, Ethernet.
• Demonstrated experience with board bring-up and lab validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development of complex multilayer system boards.
• Drive component selection and architecture optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design and implementation.

Skills

High-speed digital design

Signal integrity and power integrity

DFM/DFT

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Altium

OrCAD

HyperLynx

Sigrity

Job description

Software/Information Processing, IT/Telecommunications, Manufacturing(Computer/Telecommunication), Manufacturing(Electronics/Semiconductors)

Job Description

• Lead the end-to-end development of complex multilayer system boards, including architecture definition, schematic design & technical decision-making.
• Drive component selection, trade‑off analysis & architecture optimization to meet electrical, thermal, and mechanical constraints.
• Ensure high‑speed signal integrity, power integrity & EMI/EMC compliance through simulation, design & testing.
• Lead board bring‑up, root cause analysis, and system‑level debug using lab instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
• Define test strategies and validate hardware against functional, environmental, and reliability requirements.
• Prepare and review detailed design documentation: schematics, BOMs, layout constraints, test reports, and manufacturing files.
• Collaborate with PCB layout engineers on component placements, routing and PCB stack‑up.
• Skilful on handling rework tool to perform board rework and modifications to hardware components.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including SoC, firmware, packaging, mechanical, and manufacturing teams.
• Interface with suppliers, PCB fabrication and assembly vendors for prototyping and production.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and code/design reviews for junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• At least 8 years of hands‑on experience in high‑complexity PCB/system board design.
• Proficiency in schematic capture and layout tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro, Altium, OrCAD).
• Deep expertise in high‑speed digital design (DDR, PCIe, USB, Ethernet, etc.).
• Strong understanding of signal and power integrity, simulation techniques, and SI/PI tools (e.g., HyperLynx, Sigrity).
• Demonstrated experience with board bring‑up, lab validation, and production ramp.
• In‑depth knowledge of DFM/DFT, EMC/EMI, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills in solving complex system issues independently.
• Highly self‑motivated, meticulous, independent with strong ownership on critical deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with designs involving FPGAs, SoCs, PMICs, custom ASICs, or AI/ML accelerators.
• Familiarity with thermal design, power supply design, and mechanical constraints.
• Experience in industrial, networking, datacenter, automotive, or medical hardware development environments.
• Knowledge of embedded firmware or system software.
• Prior experience with project or technical leadership roles.