Entry-Level RF PCB Designer – Multilayer & High-Freq Layout

Wencor; Camarillo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

HSA and FSA

Trad. 401(k) with company match

Life Insurance, AD&D & LTD

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

9/80 workweek

Job summary

Lucix Corporation, a HEICO subsidiary, seeks an Entry Level PCB Designer to create multilayer RF/PMU layouts and documentation from initial concept to release. You’ll work with RF and hardware engineers to ensure signal integrity and manufacturability.

The role emphasizes accurate design, ownership, and collaboration with PCB vendors, with a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 schedule offering every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field OR equivalent hands-on PCB layout experience
• Experience with PCB layout (internship or project experience acceptable)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines
• Working knowledge of Multilayer PCB construction, controlled impedance fundamentals, and grounding / return path behavior
• Exposure to high frequency (up to 31 GHz) RF PCB layout
• Experience with PCB design tools (OrCAD preferred)
• Familiarity with BluePrint and ODB++ generation
• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-6012, IPC-2221, IPC-7351)

Responsibilities

• Execute multilayer PCB layouts for RF, mixed-signal, and power designs
• Place and route components with consideration for signal integrity, return paths, grounding, and manufacturability
• Implement controlled impedance routing based on defined stackups
• Apply RF layout techniques including isolation, via stitching, and shielding strategies
• Support stackup definition and routing feasibility analysis
• Generate complete, release-ready fabrication and assembly documentation
• Produce ODB++ manufacturing outputs using BluePrint
• Identify and resolve layout issues prior to design release
• Incorporate design review feedback efficiently and accurately
• Work directly with engineers and PCB vendors to ensure designs meet intent and build requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

PCB layout

Read schematics

Communication

OrCAD

BluePrint/ODB++

IPC standards

RF knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

BluePrint

ODB++

OrCAD

Job description

Lucix Corporation, a HEICO subsidiary, seeks an Entry Level PCB Designer to create multilayer RF/PMU layouts and documentation from initial concept to release. You’ll work with RF and hardware engineers to ensure signal integrity and manufacturability.

The role emphasizes accurate design, ownership, and collaboration with PCB vendors, with a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 schedule offering every other Friday off.