PCB/CAD Layout Designer

MACOM; Morrisville (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM in Morrisville, NC is seeking a PCB Design Engineer to collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate mixed signal and RF designs into PCBs and produce manufacturing drawings. You will complete CAD layouts, generate artwork files, and support design for manufacturing while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 3+ years in PCB design, proficiency with Altium, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' of experience in PCB design and layout.
• Proficiency with Altium Designer preferred.
• 3+ years' of experience in 2D drafting and producing manufacturing drawings.
• Familiarity with RF Power Pallet and amplifier design techniques.
• Knowledge of product data management systems; Agile preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate RF designs into PCBs.
• Complete CAD layouts: floor planning, placement, schematic creation, and BOM development.
• Create artwork files, fabrication drawings, and PCB documentation for design releases.
• Coordinate with engineering, product design, test and manufacturing teams to support PCB integration and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with PCB vendors; apply DFM and DFA guidelines.
• Set up and perform design rule checks (DRCs) to verify PCB layout compliance.

Skills

PCB design

2D drafting

RF design concepts

Communication & teamwork

Adaptability in fast-paced env

Tools

Altium Designer

PDM / Agile

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design andmanufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of endmarkets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospaceand Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies andproducts across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave,photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructureapplications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing,satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, testand measurement and advanced wireless networks.

Leading technologies, innovative products and drivenemployees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation ofconnectivity infrastructure!

Key Responsibilities

• Working with electrical engineers to integrate mixed signal and RF designs into PCBs
• Completing CAD layouts, including floor planning, component placement, schematic creation, and BOM development
• Generating artwork files, ODB+, fabrication and assembly drawings, and electronic PCB documentation as part of design releases
• Collaborating with engineering, product design, test, and manufacturing teams to support PCB integration and manufacturability
• Coordinating with PCB vendors and applying design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) guidelines
• Setting up and performing design rule checks (DRCs) to verify compliance in all aspects of PCB layout

Key competencies and skills required

• 3+ years' of experience in PCB design and layout; proficiency with Altium Designer is preferred.
• 3+ years' of experience in 2D drafting and producing manufacturing drawings.
• Familiarity with RF Power Pallet and amplifier design techniques.
• Knowledge of product data management systems, with preference for Agile.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses communication, organization, and documentation abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective partnerships.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Due to ITAR regulations, candidates who are U.S. Persons(U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individualsgranted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

EEO

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverseworkforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant onthe basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, militaryservice, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation withrespect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] oremail [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position titleand location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed,and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request orneed reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions oftheir jobs.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU)awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individualand company performance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.