PCB Layout Designer

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid family leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, Idaho is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Designer to lead the design of high-speed PCBs. This role involves comprehensive responsibilities from initial concept to fabrication support, ensuring optimal signal integrity and manufacturability.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering along with a strong command of PCB design tools and principles. Micron offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in PCB layout design, including ownership of complex board designs.
• Deep understanding of high-speed PCB design principles.
• Proficiency with Cadence Allegro PCB design tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PCB design process from initial requirements through physical layout.
• Create detailed physical layouts for complex, high-speed PCBs.
• Evaluate existing PCB designs and implement enhancements.

Skills

PCB layout design

Signal integrity

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Job description

PCB Layout Designer

Location: Boise, Idaho (on‑site). Candidates must be able to work on‑site; relocation is required for those outside the area.

We are looking for an experienced Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout Designer to lead the detailed physical layout of complex, high‑speed PCBs. The role involves board layout, pre‑engineering work, and cross‑functional coordination to deliver products with exceptional signal integrity, power delivery, manufacturability, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the PCB design process from initial requirements and pre‑layout planning through physical layout, design review, release, fabrication, and assembly support.
• Perform pre‑engineering activities required before layout begins, including requirements capture, constraint development, board stackup definition, floor‑planning, placement strategy, and coordination of design inputs.
• Create detailed physical layouts for complex, high‑speed PCBs emphasizing signal integrity, power integrity, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Partner closely with product engineering, signal integrity, mechanical, manufacturing, and other cross‑functional teams to develop robust PCB solutions.
• Develop and apply PCB design rules, standards, and best practices that support Micron’s advanced engineering needs.
• Conduct and support design reviews to ensure layouts meet electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality requirements.
• Evaluate existing PCB designs, identify improvement opportunities, and implement enhancements that improve quality, performance, and efficiency.
• Prepare and verify fabrication and assembly deliverables, support release documentation, and collaborate with internal and external partners throughout the build process.
• Manage multiple design requests and changing priorities while maintaining schedule commitments and design quality.
• Serve as a technical resource for innovative PCB layout solutions and contribute to continuous improvement of design methodologies and workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience in PCB layout design, including ownership of complex board designs from concept through release.
• Strong command of PCB manufacturing processes, fabrication requirements, assembly considerations, and design‑for‑manufacturability principles.
• Deep understanding of high‑speed PCB design principles, signal integrity constraints, and power distribution network design techniques.
• Proficiency with Cadence Allegro PCB design tools.
• Experience performing front‑end or pre‑engineering tasks such as stackup planning, constraint definition, floor‑planning, and design rule development.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering disciplines.
• A positive, team‑oriented, can‑do attitude and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of signal integrity coursework, certifications, or industry training.
• Familiarity with industry standards related to PCB layout, documentation, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with high‑density, high‑speed, or advanced memory‑related PCB designs.
• CID or CID+ certification preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

Micron offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision plans, income protection, paid family leave, paid time‑off, paid holidays, and additional benefits as outlined in Micron’s Benefits Guide.

EEO Statement

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.