PCB Designer with Allegro

We are seeking a talented and experienced PCB Designer with expertise in Cadence Allegro PCB design tools to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the design, layout, and optimization of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) for high-reliability power solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop complex PCBs for high-reliability power electronics, meeting stringent performance, manufacturability, and reliability requirements.


• Utilize Cadence Allegro PCB Designer and associated tools to create and modify PCB layouts from initial concept through production release.


• Collaborate with circuit design engineers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams to optimize PCB designs for high-density layouts and performance requirements.


• Select appropriate materials, stack-ups, and build requirements for PCBs, ensuring compliance with high-reliability standards such as IPC Class 3 or MIL-specs.


• Implement and enforce Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) guidelines, working closely with fab vendors to validate designs.


• Support Power Integrity (PI) and Signal Integrity (SI) analysis to ensure optimal performance of high-reliability products.


• Incorporate electrical schematics, netlists, mechanical design constraints, and critical components into PCB layout designs.


• Manage library creation and component placement using Allegro PCB Designer.


• Perform thorough design rule checks (DRC) and troubleshoot layout issues to ensure a quality design, including constraint-driven designs.


• Coordinate with cross-functional teams during prototype builds, debugging, and product lifecycle management.


• Maintain documentation and design files, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.


• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in PCB layout and design, with a strong emphasis on Cadence Allegro PCB Designer and related tools.


• Experience designing PCBs for high-reliability applications (aerospace, defense, or industrial markets) is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Cadence Allegro PCB layout tools, including PCB Editor, Library Development, and Constraint Management tools.


• Proficient in PCB design principles, such as signal integrity, power integrity, controlled impedance routing, and EMI/EMC compliance.


• Strong understanding of design standards for high-reliability products (e.g., IPC Class 3, MIL-PRF-31032, or equivalent).


• Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles and experience working with PCB manufacturers to optimize production.


• Knowledge of multi-layer board designs, including power/ground planes, blind and buried vias, and HDI (High-Density Interconnect) techniques.


• Hands-on experience working with component libraries, BOMs, and schematic capture tools.


• Experience with thermal analysis, power distribution networks, and high-current designs is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve design issues.


• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.


• Proactive, self-driven, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with power electronics or analog circuit designs.


• Familiarity with PLM software or version control systems for managing design files.


• Experience with Altium Designer or other PCB CAD tools is a bonus.


• Familiarity with SPICE simulation tools for circuit validation is a plus.