PCB Librarian/Layout Engineer

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 181,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora is seeking a Cadence PCB Librarian to manage and create PCB/PCBA symbols and models from schematic to footprints and 3D representations. You’ll collaborate with Electrical Engineers, PCB Layout, and Mechanical teams to ensure accurate data across PLM and production.

Responsibilities include library configuration, maintaining IPC-7351 footprints, and occasional PCB layout assistance during peak periods. Candidates should have 8+ years in librarian roles and Cadence tool proficiency.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience as a Librarian or in related PCB library roles.
• Experience with IPC-7351 footprint standard and footprint design.
• Ability to manage and create PCB/PCBA symbols/models across Schematic to PCB footprints and 3D models.
• Experience with library configuration management.
• Ability to communicate across EE, PCB Layout and ME teams.
• Some PCB layout experience is a plus.
• System Administration of Cadence tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and create all PCB/PCBA symbols/models.
• Collaborate with EE, PCB Layout, and ME teams.
• During peak periods assist with PCB layout work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

PCB layout knowledge

Strong work ethic

System administration

Tools

Cadence ECAD-MCAD tool

Cadence Library Creator tool

Job description

Hardware & Embedded Engineering Mountain View, CA

Cadence PCB Librarian

Who we are

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn .

What we are looking for

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

We’re searching for a Cadence PCB Librarian. This role reports to the Technical Lead Manager of PCB Layout. We will be replacing our present librarian, who is retiring. The PCB Librarian is responsible for managing and creating accurate symbols/models, from Schematic to PCB footprints to 3D models to PLM tool input, for all PCBA’s, for prototype to volume production applications.

In this role you will

• Manage and create all PCB/PCBA symbols/models
• Collaborate with EE, PCB Layout, and ME’s
• In peak periods help the team with some PCB layout work

Required qualifications

• Master of Cadence Library Creator tool
• Experience with Cadence ECAD-MCAD tool
• 8+ years experience as a Librarian
• Experience and working knowledge of IPC-7351 footprint standard
• Understanding of footprint design
• Experience with library configuration management
• Communicate effectively with multiple functional groups to complete part creations
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Some PCB layout experience
• System Administration of Cadence tools is a plus

The base salary range for this position is $181,000 - $230,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom .

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

Our commitment to inclusion

Aurora considers candidates without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, parent or caregiver status, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran and/or military status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Aurora considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] .

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