Senior PCB Layout Engineer

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior PCB Layout Engineer to lead complex high‑layer PCB designs for aerospace, defense and industrial systems. Proficiency in Cadence Allegro is mandatory, with knowledge of Xpedition and Altium preferred.

You will own end‑to‑end PCB layout activities, define stack‑ups, manage DFx checks, and coordinate with external PCB manufacturers and internal teams to deliver high‑quality, on‑time solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Electronics/EC/EE with 12+ years in PCB layout engineering.
• Cadence Allegro proficiency is mandatory.
• Knowledge of DFx concepts and its implementation; familiarity with Valor/CAM350 or DM/DFA tools is preferred.
• Experience in High Speed Digital, Analog and Power Supply designs.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC, thermal and mechanical concepts.
• Experience with multi‑layer boards and backplane design.
• Familiarity with DDRx, Ethernet, SATA and PCIe interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Direct interaction with customers to gather project requirements and updates.
• Take part in the full cycle of PCB Layout Engineering activities.
• Design involvement in complex multi layer (26+ Layer) PCB using Cadence Tools.
• Define stack‑up and material selection and carry out material validation.
• Coordinate DFx checks and implementation; conduct design reviews.
• Library management and release process adherence.
• Collaborate with external PCB manufacturers and suppliers.
• Perform retrospection analysis and continual process improvement.

Skills

Cadence Allegro

Siemens Xpedition

Altium

DFx concepts

Valor/CAM350

High Speed Design

Analog & Power

DDR/PCIe interfaces

EMI/EMC

Signal Integrity

Education

BS in Electronics/EC/EE

Diploma in Electronics/EE

12+ years PCB layout experience

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Siemens Xpedition

Altium

Valor/CAM350

DM/DFA tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 106606-0

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Senior PCB Layout Engineer

Job Purpose

Develops and applies Computer Aided Design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems. Assessing architecture and hardware limitations, plans technical projects in the design and development of CAD software. Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications and design specifications and parameters. Develops routines and utility programs. Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval. May specify materials, equipment and supplies required for completion of projects and may evaluate vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.

Nature Of Duties/Responsibilities

• Direct interaction with customers to gather project requirements and updates. Conduct regular meetings to ensure the availability of required technical details.
• Take part in the full cycle of PCB Layout Engineering activities
• Design involvement in complex multi layer (Minimum 26+ Layer) PCB using Cadence Tools
• Process-oriented project execution with high quality on-time deliverables
• Project planning and tracking
• Works well independently and can manage multiple projects
• Execute Design Reviews and checklist verification
• Co-ordinate DFx check and implementation
• Stack-up definition, layer planning and PCB material selection
• Library management
• Control and adhere to SVN or Agile-based release process
• Design consideration for Thermal and Mechanical enhancement
• Latest Fabrication and Assembly Technology
• Excellent Team player
• Works with external PCB Manufacturers
• Assembly and fabrication CAD drawing development
• Retrospection analysis and continual process improvement
• Risk and mitigation planning
• Keep current on information and technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure quality
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required

Experience

• Proficiency in Cadence Allegro is mandatory. Knowledge in Siemens Xpedition , Altium etc are an added advantage.
• Expertise in DFx concepts and its implementation. Familiarity with Valor/CAM350 or DM/DFA tool is preferred.
• Technical expertise in High Speed Digital , Analog and Power Supply designs
• Experience in Computing, Server and Storage Application domains
• Familiarity in High End Processor based Mother Board Design, DDRx memory interfaces, Ethernet, SATA, PCIe interfaces
• Multi layer board design with blind/buried and micro via technologies
• Backplane designs and familiarity with Signal Integrity (Pre and Post Layout) Concepts
• Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing and PCB Materials
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC, thermal and mechanical concepts
• Proactive and process oriented

Education

• BS in Electronics, Electronics and Communication , Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Diploma in Electronics, Electronics and Communication and Electrical and Electronics Engineering with excellent work experience and good academic record also will be considered
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in PCB layout engineering

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer