PCB Layout Designer

Re:Build; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Build Applied Logix seeks an experienced PCB Layout Designer to drive complex, multi-layer PCB projects from schematic to manufacturing release in Rochester, NY. You will own Altium libraries, ensure IPC/DFM compliance, and collaborate across electrical, mechanical, and firmware teams.

The role requires 5+ years in PCB layout, expertise in Altium, and familiarity with IPC standards; onsite schedule with some remote days.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years of professional PCB layout experience, including high-complexity designs in Altium Designer.
• Experience designing multi-layer PCBs (6+ layers) and complex circuit layouts.
• Strong Altium library management experience, including component databases, symbols, footprints, and standards.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA, controlled impedance, high-speed signal routing, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Knowledge of IPC standards, including IPC-7351, IPC-2221, IPC-2222, IPC-A-600, and IPC-6012.
• Experience with component validation, technical QC reviews, and 3D MCAD/STEP integration.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design complex multi-layer PCBs (6+ layers) from schematic collection through manufacturing release, including high-speed, controlled impedance, and power distribution designs.
• Own and maintain the Altium component library, including symbols, footprints, 3D models, component data, and standards.
• Establish library best practices that improve accuracy, consistency, and IPC compliance.
• Conduct design rule checks, signal integrity analysis, DFM reviews, and peer reviews.
• Generate manufacturing documentation and support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and design iterations.
• Partner with electrical, mechanical, and signal/power integrity engineers on new product development.
• Guide engineers on component submissions and library usage while supporting component standardization.
• Collaborate with client engineering teams as a technical representative of Re AppliedLogix.

Skills

PCB layout

Altium Designer

High-speed routing

DFM/DFA

IPC standards

Education

EE/Electronics degree

Tools

Cadence Allegro

OrCAD

Mentor PADS

Job description

AtRe:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America\'s manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It\'s guided by TheRe:BuildWay, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles )

About Re:Build

AtRe:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America\'s manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It\'s guided by TheRe:BuildWay, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles )

About Re:Build Applied Logix

Re:Build AppliedLogix provides product OEMs with leading-edge embedded systems design services and product commercialization expertise. Our senior team of electronics, software, and mechanical engineers are fluent in a broad range of applications including fuel cell control and battery management systems, precision agriculture, medical devices, automotive and transportation components, and imaging systems with machine vision and AI processing integration.

The Re:Build AppliedLogix Team provides design expertise for all facets of modern digital product development - with custom analog and digital embedded electronics; VHDL and Verilog targeting FPGAs, embedded software on bare-metal, RTOS or Linux; full-stack application development (Linux and Windows). Our mechanical design capabilities include the packaging of embedded systems, tooling design, and manufacturing process development.

Location: Onsite in Rochester, NY, expected to work on-site approximately three days per week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days.

Who We Are Looking For

Re AppliedLogix is looking for an experienced PCB Layout Designer who combines strong PCB design expertise with disciplined component library management. You\’ll contribute to complex electronics projects across advanced energy, automotive, defense and aerospace, medical devices, and robotics and automation.

You\’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy solving complex layout challenges, creating consistent design standards, and collaborating across engineering disciplines. This full-time role is based in the Rochester, NY area with flexible remote work options and periodic on-site collaboration.

What You Get To Do

• Design complex multi-layer PCBs (6+ layers) from schematic collection through manufacturing release, including high-speed, controlled impedance, and power distribution designs.
• Own and maintain the Altium component library, including symbols, footprints, 3D models, component data, and standards.
• Establish library best practices that improve accuracy, consistency, and IPC compliance.
• Conduct design rule checks, signal integrity analysis, DFM reviews, and peer reviews.
• Generate manufacturing documentation and support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and design iterations.
• Partner with electrical, mechanical, and signal/power integrity engineers on new product development.
• Guide engineers on component submissions and library usage while supporting component standardization.
• Collaborate with client engineering teams as a technical representative of Re AppliedLogix.

What You Bring To The Team

• Associate\’s or Bachelor\’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years of professional PCB layout experience, including high-complexity designs in Altium Designer.
• Experience designing multi-layer PCBs (6+ layers) and complex circuit layouts.
• Strong Altium library management experience, including component databases, symbols, footprints, and standards.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA, controlled impedance, high-speed signal routing, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Knowledge of relevant IPC standards, including IPC-7351, IPC-2221, IPC-2222, IPC-A-600, and IPC-6012.
• Experience with component validation, technical QC reviews, and 3D MCAD/STEP integration.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC CID or CID+ certification.
• Component engineering or formal library administration experience.
• Experience training or mentoring engineers.
• Knowledge of component lifecycle management and obsolescence tracking.
• Python or VBScript knowledge for library automation and quality checks.
• Familiarity with additional EDA platforms such as Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, or Mentor PADS.
• Familiarity with applicable regulatory and industry standards.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $28.00- $42.00. This range represents the Company\'s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to hourly rate, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate. Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.