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Job Title: Design Engineer V (PCB - Cadence)
Location: Remote
Duration: Contract - 5 months
Pay Range: $69/hr $74/hr (W2)
Job ID: 374696
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking a PCB Layout Engineer, AR Product Team to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in complex PCB layout, Allegro PCB design tools, and miniaturization for dense form factors and a proven ability to lead multi-board designs from kick-off through tape-out while driving cross-functional collaboration and high-yield builds.
Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple complex PCB layout projects and provide timely status reports within internal systems.
- Lead designs from kick-off through tape-out for rigid, rigid-flex, and flex PCBs across product and test projects.
- Schedule and drive project meetings, including kick-off, placement, constraint, and design reviews, using the Design Traveler document.
- Create and modify engineering tool project templates, data, configuration data, and rules.
- Apply electrical engineering principles for power distribution, high-speed circuits, and RF signals.
- Identify execution risks and collaborate with managers or TPMs to propose workflow alternatives for PCB development.
- Propose practical fit and function solutions that support miniaturization objectives.
- Partner with EE Leads, Mechanical Engineering, TPMs, and other cross-functional teams to resolve design issues.
- Coordinate with internal DFM engineers to confirm supplier requirements at project launch.
- Engage external suppliers and SQE/PE to resolve DFM issues and ensure high-yield builds.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in complex PCB design.
- 5+ years of experience with Allegro PCB Design tools, version 23.1 or newer.
- Strong understanding of mechanical aspects of electronics design.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Preferred Skills:
- BS in Electrical Engineering.
- 3+ years implementing miniaturization solutions in dense form-factor designs such as wearables or mobile devices.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth with global clients.
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some material job duties of this position, including adherence to company policies, sound judgment, stress management, safe and respectful work, trustworthiness, meeting client expectations and standards, and safeguarding business operations and company reputation.
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