Staff PCB Layout Engineer

Digital Dynamics, Inc.; Scotts Valley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Dynamics Inc. in Scotts Valley, CA, seeks a Staff PCB Layout Engineer to lead complex PCB layouts for high-performance control systems.

You will translate schematics into optimized, manufacturable designs across multi-layer boards, ensuring SI/EMI and reliable thermal performance. You will partner with Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, and Manufacturing teams to deliver robust layouts, define stack-ups with vendors, and produce complete manufacturing packages including Gerber/ODB++

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in PCB design and layout.
• Advanced experience with Altium Designer (or similar PCB CAD tools).
• Strong expertise in multi-layer design (6+ layers), signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal performance.
• Experience creating full design release packages (Gerber/ODB++, fab and assembly drawings).
• Deep understanding of DFM/DFA principles.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex, multi-layer PCB layouts (mixed signal, power, high-speed).
• Translate schematics into optimized layouts with focus on SI, EMI/EMC, and thermal.
• Own PCB layout specialization and drive best practices across designs.
• Prepare and release manufacturing packages with Gerber/ODB++ outputs and doc.
• Define stack-ups, materials, and fabrication requirements with EE and vendors.
• Apply DFM/DFA principles for efficient fabrication and assembly.
• Maintain PCB libraries and symbols/footprints (Altium).
• Collaborate with ME on enclosure, fit, and thermal constraints.
• Support prototype builds, debug, and root-cause analysis for PCB issues.
• Coordinate with CM/fabricators to resolve design/production challenges.
• Contribute to ongoing PCB standards, tools, and process improvements.

Skills

Signal integrity

High-speed design

EMI/EMC design

Thermal management

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Design release packages

DFM/DFA principles

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Gerber/ODB++

PCB CAD tools

PCB library management

Job description

# Staff PCB Layout EngineerHot JobScotts Valley, CA 95066## OverviewSalary Range$165,000.00 - $190,000.00 Salary## Description**About Digital Dynamics Inc.**Digital Dynamics Inc. (DDI) is a 100% employee-owned company delivering advanced control systems for industrial automation and mission-critical environments. We partner with leading semiconductor and technology companies to design and build high-performance, reliable solutions.At DDI, every employee is an owner. Our ESOP structure fosters accountability, collaboration, and long-term thinking.**Position Overview**We are seeking a Staff PCB Design Engineer to lead the design and layout of complex printed circuit boards supporting high-performance control systems. This role is critical in strengthening DDI’s PCB layout capability, ensuring high-quality design releases, and enabling scalable, manufacturable solutions.You will partner closely with Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, and Manufacturing teams to deliver robust designs from concept through production.**Key Responsibilities*** Design and develop complex, multi-layer PCB layouts (mixed signal, power, and high-speed designs)* Translate schematics into optimized layouts with strong consideration for signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal performance* Own PCB layout specialization, driving best practices and consistency across designs* Prepare and release complete manufacturing packages, including Gerber/ODB++ outputs and documentation* Define PCB stack-ups, materials, and fabrication requirements in collaboration with Electrical Engineering and vendors* Apply strong DFM/DFA principles to ensure efficient fabrication and assembly* Manage and maintain PCB libraries and component symbols/footprints (Altium)* Collaborate cross-functionally with Mechanical Engineering (ME) on enclosure, fit, and thermal constraints* Support prototype builds, debug, and root cause analysis for PCB-related issues* Work with external fabricators and CM partners to resolve design and production challenges* Offload and support Electrical Engineering by owning layout execution and release quality* Contribute to continuous improvement of PCB standards, tools, and processes## Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field* 8+ years of experience in PCB design and layout* Advanced experience with **Altium Designer** (or similar PCB CAD tools)* Strong expertise in: + Multi-layer PCB design (6+ layers) + Signal integrity and high-speed layout + PCB stack-ups, materials, and fabrication processes* Experience creating full design release packages (Gerber/ODB++, fab and assembly drawings)* Deep understanding of DFM/DFA principles* Strong cross-functional communication skills**Preferred Experience*** Semiconductor equipment, industrial automation, or aerospace systems* EMI/EMC design and mitigation* HDI or rigid-flex PCB design* Experience working with CM/EMS partners* Familiarity with PLM (Arena) and ERP (SYSPRO) systems