Senior PCB Layout Engineer

TP-Link Systems USA; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Bi-annual raises

Gym membership

Job summary

TP-Link Systems USA is seeking a Senior PCB Layout Engineer to join our engineering team in Irvine, CA. You will manage complex PCB designs with thousands of components, collaborate with hardware and mechanical engineers, and drive layouts from concept to mass production.

Requirements include 5+ years in PCB layout, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency with OrCAD or Allegro. You will help create reliable footprints and libraries and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PCB layout experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices for each design.
• Experience using EDA tools to drive board-level PCB design.

Responsibilities

• Work with hardware and mechanical-structural teams to drive PCB design and layout.
• Output reliable design files and support fabrication issues and EQ responses.
• Assess feasibility, schedule risks, cost targets, and manufacturability of layouts.
• Own creation and maintenance of PCB footprints and libraries.
• Mentor junior PCB Layout engineers and contribute to CAD team training and standards.

Skills

PCB layout design

Schematic reading

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Hardware collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

OrCAD

Allegro

Job description

Description About Us

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi‑Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint. We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology. Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview

Overview: Overview: TP-Link Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Engineer to join our engineering team. As a Senior PCB Layout Engineer for consumer network products, you will be responsible for complex PCB designs and layouts with thousands of components which contains CPU,DDR,FLASH,PHY,Wi‑Fi RF modules,etc. You will work closely with hardware and mechanical-structural engineers throughout the process to jointly drive PCB prototyping and mass production.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with hardware and mechanical-structural engineering teams to jointly drive the PCB design and layout.
• Responsible for PCB layout and routing.Output reliable design files,support PCB fabrication issues and respond to EQs.
• During the project, responsible for evaluating PCB layout feasibility, schedule risks, cost targets, and manufacturability.
• Own the creation and maintenance of PCB footprints and associated libraries.
• Mentor junior PCB Layout engineers, provide technical guidance, and contribute to CAD team training, design standards, checklists..

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience working in PCB layout or design.
• Candidates with highly relevant prior work experience may be considered with fewer years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Full understanding of PCB layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices appropriate for each design.
• Experience in independently driving board-level PCB design using EDA tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with CAD tools such as OrCAD, Allegro.
• Experience in consumer networking, wireless router, gateway, mesh Wi‑Fi, IoT hub, access point, or similar connected device development.
• Experienced in designing high-speed signal interfaces such as RF,MDI,DDR,PCIe,USB and RGMII/SGMII,etc.
• Experience with developing component libraries and library management.

Benefits Salary Range

• Salary Range: $165,000 - 175,000
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds
• Over four weeks of PTO per year
• Bi-annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone.

TP-Link is a leading provider of consumer Wi‑Fi networking products. We continuously develop new products and technologies that transform the way people connect. Our networking expertise uniquely positions us as a leader in emerging technologies that improve our everyday lives, such as smart home products. Spacious and modern, our US offices create a casual atmosphere that fosters team collaboration. In addition to free snacks and drinks, TP-Link Systems Inc. offers a modern working environment, free gym membership, quarterly team building, flex-spending, employee paid benefits, bi-annual raise opportunity, paid vacation & holidays, 401k plan and annual bonus opportunity.

Come join our team!