PCB Design Layout Engineer

NVIDIA Gruppe; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 322,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity eligibility

Competitive salary

Job summary

NVIDIA seeks an experienced Senior PCB Design Layout Engineer to join the Hardware Layout team in Santa Clara. You will design high‑speed, high‑density PCBs across NVIDIA units, from placement to pin-out, ensuring signal integrity and power distribution.

You will lead cross‑functional collaboration, manage complex projects, and produce complete documentation while meeting EMI/EMC and regulatory standards. This role demands strong problem‑solving in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership with track record of managing teams and projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Detail‑oriented with focus on quality and reliability in PCB layout.
• Adaptive to fast-paced, dynamic environments and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product design engineers to perform PCB layout for multiple units.
• Develop CAD layouts from placement to final pin-out ensuring topology and SI integrity.
• Produce release art-work files, ODB++, test reports and PCB documentation.
• Ensure designs meet SI constraints, EMI/RFI control and regulatory IPC specs.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Quality & reliability

Education

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Senior PCB Design Layout Engineer

We are looking for an experienced engineer to join the Hardware Layout team. The role focuses on designing high‑speed, high‑density, cost‑effective PCBs for various NVIDIA business units.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product design engineers to perform PCB layout for all business units (Data Center, GPU Desktop, Notebook, Automotive, Professional, Deep Learning, and AI).
• Develop CAD layouts from component placement to final pin‑out, ensuring accurate topology, signal integrity, and power distribution.
• Produce release art‑work files, ODB++, test reports, and complete electronic PCB documentation.
• Ensure designs meet SI constraints, EMI/RFI control, and comply with FCC, UL, European regulations, and IPC specification.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 6 years of practical PCB design experience.
• Proven leadership with a track record of managing teams and projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Detail‑oriented focus on quality and reliability in PCB layout.
• Adaptive to fast‑paced, dynamic environments and changing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex design issues.

Preferred Experience

• Proficiency in Cadence Allegro or Mentor Graphics.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations for PCB layout and manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of high‑speed digital design principles and signal integrity.

Benefits

Competitive base salary (USD 168,000 – 258,750 for Level4; USD 200,000 – 322,000 for Level5) based on location and experience. Eligibility for equity and additional benefits.

EEO Statement

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.