PCB Layout Engineer: IC/PCBA Design & DFM Optimization

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a PCB layout engineer to design and optimize complex IC/PCB layouts. You will lead layout creation, perform DRC/DFM checks, and collaborate with circuit, system, and packaging teams to ensure design requirements are met.

The role involves selecting appropriate processes, optimizing layouts with cross-domain experts, and supporting ECAD libraries to meet quality standards. A BS in Engineering and up to 7 years of PCB experience are expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering is required.
• Experience delivering digital/analog HW interfaces including schematic creation and/or PCB layout, simulation and documentation.
• Up to 7 years of PCB layout design experience.
• Experience using Mentor Graphics tools for schematic and layout.

Responsibilities

• Create and design the physical layout of ICs/PCBs.
• Lead and verify layout designs with DRC/DFM checks.
• Collaborate with circuit, system, and packaging teams to meet requirements.
• Select technology/process for layout based on project needs.
• Optimize layout with SMEs in SI/PI/EMC/Thermal/Mechanical.
• Support ECAD librarians to ensure library parts meet DFM & GM resiliency.
• Work with procurement and supply chain to select suitable PCBA components.
• Apply DFA principles to optimize assembly.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and quality enhancements in PCBA manufacturing.

Skills

PCB Layout Design

Schematic Creation

DRC

Simulation

Layout Optimization

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a PCB layout engineer to design and optimize complex IC/PCB layouts. You will lead layout creation, perform DRC/DFM checks, and collaborate with circuit, system, and packaging teams to ensure design requirements are met.

The role involves selecting appropriate processes, optimizing layouts with cross-domain experts, and supporting ECAD libraries to meet quality standards. A BS in Engineering and up to 7 years of PCB experience are expected.