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PWB Designer, Lead

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Qualcomm is seeking a Lead PWB Designer in Bangalore, India, to provide PWB design solutions for various applications including Product Test Engineering, Emulator designs, and Reference handset designs. The role involves daily use of PWB CAD software, collaboration with US and India teams, and leadership in project execution.

Responsibilities

  • Provide PWB design solutions for Product Test Engineering (PTE) designs (UFLEX/IFLEX Probe cards, 93K DIB, Bench boards, Daughter Cards, etc.) with multiple DUT sites up to 32X.
  • Design large/high density digital emulator designs with high layer counts (24-34 layers) and contain several FPGA's (>1500 pins) along with very high-speed digital signals.
  • Design reference handset designs ('form factor accurate' FFA) circuit boards requiring mastery in digital processors, RF, radio circuits, and power control devices.
  • Utilize micro-vias (stacked), sequential lamination stack-ups and design rules using .5mm pitch and smaller packages.
  • Provide PWB design solutions for high performance electronic assemblies for Mobile, Modem and IOT, working with US and India teams.
  • Perform placement and routing activities to meet mechanical and electrical design constraints and requirements using PWB CAD design software.
  • Exchange electronic file transfers with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure compliance to fit, form and function, as well as power and signal integrity requirements.
  • Create fabrication and assembly drawings.
  • Support PWB fabrication and assembly by working with internal teams and external suppliers.
  • Interface with internal staff and outside partners in the fast-paced execution of multi-disciplined projects.
  • Provide leadership on all projects to help direct, capture and interface with outside consultants.
  • Perform Design for Manufacture (DFM) analysis utilizing Valor and/or CAM350 tools.
  • Design experience with RF, Analog, High-speed digital circuits - DDR2, 3 & 4, HDMI, PCIe, SATA, MIPI, USB 2,3.x, GigE.
  • Experience with ATE Platforms: 93K, uFlex and iFlex.
  • Perform complex and difficult PWB design tasks requiring extensive skill and knowledge of fabrication and assembly process capabilities and limitations.
  • Develop solutions to complex problems and propose PWB design trade-offs to the engineering design team.
  • Determine PWB design trade-offs to meet design requirements and produce high quality cost-effective PWBs that meet schedule objectives.
  • Understand requirements driving PWB technology and process trends and their application to Qualcomm designs.
  • Maintain technical coordination with Engineering and Manufacturing.
  • Resolve PWB design issues with fabrication and assembly vendors.
  • Participate and provide input into process improvement, PWB and DFM checklists and guidelines.
  • Determine objectives of assignment and plan, schedule and arrange own activities in accomplishing objectives.
  • Experience working with on-board EMI shielding cans.
  • Experience with IDF/EMN file exchange between mechanical and HW teams.
  • Understand project goals and individual contribution toward those goals.
  • Effectively communicate with project peers and engineering personnel via e-mail, web meetings, and instant messaging including status reports and illustrative presentation slides.
  • Interact and collaborate with other internal PWB designers for optimal product development processes and schedule execution.
  • Effectively multitask and meet aggressive schedules in a dynamic environment.
  • Prepare and deliver design reviews to project team.
  • Provide leadership to help direct, prioritize, and clearly set project tasks per schedule.
  • Communicate milestones and directions to outside team members.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field and 5+ years of PCB layout handling or related work experience, OR High School diploma or equivalent and 7+ years of PCB layout handling or related work experience.
  • 6-9 years actively involved in PWB design for high-density electronics packaging.
  • 6-9 years experience in a PWB design role designing consumer-grade mobile phones utilizing latest generation processor chips.
  • Design for Manufacture (DFM) analysis experience utilizing Valor and/or CAM350 tools.
  • Design experience: RF, Analog, High-speed digital circuits - DDR2, 3 & 4, HDMI, PCIe, SATA, MIPI, USB 2,3.x, GigE, ATE Platforms: 93K, uFlex and iFlex.
  • Strong understanding and demonstrated application of PWB design principles, practices and standards.
  • Proficiency on Mentor Xpedition, Mentor PADS and Cadence Allegro PWB design software.
  • Multiple years of experience in developing PWB design solutions for a variety of design types.
  • Experience working with internal teams and external suppliers to support PWB fabrication and assembly.
  • Experience working with on-board EMI shielding cans.
  • Experience with IDF/EMN file exchange between mechanical and HW teams.
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Leadership skills are expected on all projects to help direct, capture and interface with outside consultants.
  • Able to perform complex and difficult PWB design tasks requiring extensive skill and knowledge of fabrication and assembly process capabilities and limitations.
  • Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems and proposes PWB design trade-offs to the engineering design team for resolution and implementation.
  • Determine PWB design trade-offs necessary to meet design requirements and produce high quality cost effective PWBs that meet schedule objectives.
  • Understands the requirements driving PWB technology and process trends and their application to Qualcomm designs.
  • Participate and provide input into process improvement, PWB and DFM checklists and guidelines.
  • Participates in determining objectives of assignment and plans, schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
  • Understands project goals and individual contribution toward those goals.
  • Effectively communicates with project peers and engineering personnel via e-mail, web meetings, and instant messaging including status reports and illustrative presentation slides.
  • Interact and collaborate with other internal PWB designers for optimal product development processes and schedule execution.
  • Effectively multitasks and meets aggressive schedules in a dynamic environment.
  • Prepare and deliver design reviews to project team.
  • Leadership skills to help direct, prioritize, and clearly set project tasks per schedule.
  • Communicate milestones and directions to outside team members.

Benefits

  • Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
  • Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
  • Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
  • Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures.
#PWB Design#Engineering Services#Electrical Engineering#PCB Layout#High-density electronics#Mobile Phones#DFM#RF#Analog#High-speed digital circuits#ATE Platforms#Leadership
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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

2 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Bangalore, India

Qualification

Diploma

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