Senior PCB Designer for Power Electronics & AI/EV Systems

Vicor Corporation; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vicor Corporation is seeking a PCB Layout Engineer to design power converter PCBs using Altium Designer, following DFM guidelines and Vicor Central Library standards. You will collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical and NPI teams to update layouts and ensure proper tape-out readiness.

The role involves using VCA tools, PLM lifecycle promotions, and close coordination with CAD Librarian to optimize footprints and manufacturability for high-density power modules.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CAD experience
• Proficiency with Altium Designer software. BluePrint software is a plus
• Familiarity with Valor and/or ODB++ data a plus
• Basic understanding of PCB technologies (SMT, ThruHole, buried/blind vias, etc.) and Power Electronics.
• Knowledge of PCB FAB & Mfg process

Responsibilities

• Create PCB layout for Power Converter assemblies in Altium, adhering to DFM guidelines and Vicor Central Library (VCL).
• Follow and verify with Vicor CAD Automated (VCA) tools.
• Progress PCB lifecycle in PLM from Start of layout to Review, Fabrication, Assembly, and Stencil.
• Collaborate with Electrical Design Engineers to update layouts; reuse revisions from schematics or previous revs.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Engineers to incorporate features, terminals and keepouts in layouts.

Tools

Altium Designer

BluePrint

Valor

ODB++

Power Electronics

CAD experience

Job description

Vicor Corporation is seeking a PCB Layout Engineer to design power converter PCBs using Altium Designer, following DFM guidelines and Vicor Central Library standards. You will collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical and NPI teams to update layouts and ensure proper tape-out readiness.

The role involves using VCA tools, PLM lifecycle promotions, and close coordination with CAD Librarian to optimize footprints and manufacturability for high-density power modules.