PCB Design Engineer

Murata Power Solutions; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation/Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Murata Power Solutions is seeking a PCB Design Engineer to develop up to 10-layer PCBs with digital, analog, and power circuits. You will work independently and in teams, generating detailed documentation for high-volume manufacturing while upholding design rules and cross-functional collaboration.

The role involves leading design reviews, updating libraries, and ensuring manufacturability. Proficiency in Cadence Allegro, Altium, and PADS is essential, with CID preferred; on-site with one flex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field; 3–5 years PCB design, or Associate's with 5–7 years experience.
• Proficiency in Cadence Allegro 23+, Altium, PADS; constraint managers.
• Experience with Cadence Concept HDL schematic capture.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or mechanical CAD tools; IPC standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Designs PCB layouts up to 10 layers, ensuring electrical, mechanical, and manufacturability compliance.
• Perform DRC, DFM, DFA checks and lead design reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain and update PCB libraries, design rules, and checklists.
• Prepare files and documentation for fabrication and assembly; enter into PLM system.
• Create ECOs and TCOs for design changes and mentor junior designers.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associates degree with 5-7 years experience

Tools

Cadence Allegro 23

Altium

PADS PCB

Cadence Concept HDL

SolidWorks

Job description

Murata Power Solutions is powering what's next in high-performance, sustainable power conversion. We focus on two of the most transformative technology markets: Server, Storage, and Networking (SSN) and advanced automation, including robotics and energy storage. Ranked among the world's top five suppliers of advanced power electronics, we deliver one of the industry's widest selections of standard power products and lead in the design of custom, application-specific solutions. Known for the quality of our technology and the strength of our team, Murata Power Solutions offers the opportunity to work with talented engineers and a leadership group committed to growth, innovation, and partnership with many of the world's leading OEMs.

Position Summary

Designs moderately complex printed circuit boards up to 10 layers with digital, analog, and power circuits. Works independently and in teams; acts as checker for others' work. Generates detailed and accurate documentation to support high volume manufacturing, while maintaining and improving design rules and collaborating across functions.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs PCB layouts up to 10 layers, placing and routing components ensuring compliance with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing requirements.
• Performs Design Rule Checks (DRC), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA) checks.
• Leads and actively participates in design reviews with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineers.
• Maintain and improve PCB design rules, standards, and checklists, incorporating lessons learned and industry/customer requirements.
• Work closely with PCB fabrication houses to resolve fabrication issues and optimize manufacturability.
• Create and revise all required files and documentation for fabrication and assembly, entering them into the PLM system.
• Prepares, reviews, and submits Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Tool Change Orders (TCOs) for design changes.
• Maintain and update SMT and thru-hole component libraries in PCB and CAD systems.
• Mentors and supports junior PCB designers in best practices and design standards.
• Applies advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis to resolve complex design and process issues.
• Ensures compliance with company and industry standards, quality, and safety requirements.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field with 3-5 years of PCB design experience; or Associate's degree with 5-7 years of experience.
• Proficient in Cadence Allegro 23 or higher, Altium, and PADS PCB design software, including constraint managers.
• Experience with schematic capture software such as Cadence Concept HDL.
• Some familiarity with SolidWorks or other mechanical CAD tools.
• Knowledge of IPC standards, dimensional tolerancing, and PCB fabrication processes.
• CID certification preferred.
• Ability to evaluate, diagnose, troubleshoot design issues, and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Work Environment

This position is an on-site role, with 1 flex day per week of remote work.

Competencies

• Building and Supporting Teams
• Communicating Effectively
• Delivering High Quality Work
• Evaluating and Implementing Ideas
• Prioritizing and Organizing Work
• Supporting Organizational Goals

Compensation Data

The salary range for this role is $101,000/year - $115,000/year.

The salary range listed is based on market data and internal benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation/Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement