PWB Designer, Senior
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering
In short
Qualcomm is seeking a Senior PWB Designer in San Diego, CA, to design high-density printed circuit boards for various strategic platforms including Mobile, Automotive, and IoT. The role involves collaborating with global engineering teams, utilizing advanced design tools, and ensuring designs meet manufacturing and industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and document high-density printed circuit board (PCB) layouts using supplied schematics and design constraints.
- Develop PCB layouts for a wide variety of 5G designs across multiple business units.
- Support form factor accurate (FFA) test platform circuit boards requiring mastery of digital processors, RF, radio circuits, and power control devices.
- Work with micro-vias, sequential lamination stack-ups, and design rules for small pitch packages.
- Collaborate with US and India-based teams to deliver PCB design solutions.
- Develop and present PCB design trade-offs and solutions to the engineering design team.
- Determine trade-offs to meet design requirements while producing high-quality, cost-effective PCBs.
- Maintain technical coordination with Engineering and Manufacturing; resolve PCB design issues with vendors.
- Prepare and deliver design reviews to project teams.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives, PCB and DFM checklists, and design guidelines.
- Collaborate with internal PCB designers to optimize product development processes.
- Provide direction, prioritization, and clear project task communication to team members and stakeholders.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- 3+ years of active experience in PCB design for high-density electronics packaging.
- 3+ years of experience designing consumer-grade mobile products or low-volume test products utilizing latest-generation processor chips and ICs.
- Proficiency in Siemens/Mentor Xpedition, PADS, Altium or Cadence Allegro PCB design software.
- Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field.
- Experience with RF, Analog, and high-speed digital circuit design (e.g., DDR2/3/4/5, HDMI, PCIe, SATA, MIPI, USB 2.0/3.x, GigE).
- Expert understanding and demonstrated application of PCB design principles, practices, and industry standards.
- Proven ability to perform complex PCB design tasks requiring in-depth knowledge of fabrication and assembly process capabilities.
- Experience with EMI mitigation techniques and practices.
- Experience with IDF/EMN file exchange between mechanical and hardware teams.
- Familiarity with PWB technology and process trends.
- Design for Manufacture (DFM) analysis experience utilizing Valor and/or CAM350 tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and external suppliers.
- Ability to understand project goals and align individual contributions accordingly.
- Leadership skills to direct, prioritize, and communicate project milestones to team members.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering technology, or a related technical field.
Benefits
- Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
- Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
- Highly competitive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play.
- Information about US benefits is available at a provided link.
- Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process.
- Qualcomm is committed to making its workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
#PCB Design#Hardware#Engineering
Company
Qualcomm
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
San Diego, United States of America
Qualification
Diploma
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