What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCB Layout Designer position at IntePros?
PCB Designer (Technician III Eng)
Direct Hire
Location: Shoreview, MN
The Role~
PCB Designer (Technician III Eng)
The PCB Layout Designer collaborates with electrical and mechanical engineers to translate schematics into manufacturable PCB designs and documentation. This role involves applying practical skills in component placement, high-speed signal routing, analog layout, and EMC prevention techniques.
A successful candidate requires strong attention to detail, the ability to learn quickly, and the drive to produce high-quality designs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
What Will You Do?
In order to grow and build a successful career with us, you will be responsible for:
Our employees are our most valuable assets, and we care about their health and happiness. We offer a competitive benefits program to keep our employees and their family members protected and foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we are committed to employee development and growth, and encourage and foster an environment of collaboration, and innovation. Our work has meaning and the products we design and build help protect people and the environment.
Free Beverages/On-site Cafeterias:Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate each day at work. We also have two large cafeterias employees can eat lunch in, as well as an outside patio area that employees can enjoy during the summer months.
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $78,000 - $105,000 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities may be available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Direct Hire
Location: Shoreview, MN
The Role~
PCB Designer (Technician III Eng)
The PCB Layout Designer collaborates with electrical and mechanical engineers to translate schematics into manufacturable PCB designs and documentation. This role involves applying practical skills in component placement, high-speed signal routing, analog layout, and EMC prevention techniques.
A successful candidate requires strong attention to detail, the ability to learn quickly, and the drive to produce high-quality designs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
What Will You Do?
In order to grow and build a successful career with us, you will be responsible for:
- Schematic & Part Management
- Import and process designs from OrCAD and Altium
- Create and update schematics; build and maintain schematic symbols, PCB footprints, and part records in SAP and OrCAD CIP
- PCB Layout & Verification
- Collaborate with electrical engineers to define high-speed nets, spacing, and placement requirements
- Apply advanced routing techniques for high-speed, power, and analog circuitry
- Verify designs using HyperLynx DRC and resolve routing issues
- Participate in design reviews to ensure quality and manufacturability
- Mechanical Integration
- Generate 3D board models, connector outlines, and shrink-wrap PCA design files
- Work with mechanical engineers to confirm proper form, fit, and integration of PCAs
- Documentation & Support
- Produce Gerber files, assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
- Provide technical support to assemblers and address layout/assembly questions
- Manage design file revisions, archiving, and documentation in SAP
- Process Improvement & Collaboration
- Identify and recommend improvements to tools and workflows
- Work effectively in cross-functional teams and adapt quickly to new technologies and design concepts
- Support additional assignments and special projects as required
- Electronic Technology AA degree or Certificate with 5 years of relevant work experience OR High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of relevant work experience
- Experience in PCB layout, signal/planes stack-up, impedance calculations, and high-speed routing techniques
- Proficient in using a CAD system
- Deep understanding of the relationship between physical layout and electrical performance, RF performance, and emissions
- Experience in multilayer PCB manufacturing processes, including standard thru-hole
- Knowledge of signal integrity and transmission line concepts (crosstalk, termination, BGA breakout, etc.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with cross functional teams and in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- 5 years using Allegro or OrCAD PCB Editor
- 5 years using Altium
- 3 years using HyperLynx DRC
Our employees are our most valuable assets, and we care about their health and happiness. We offer a competitive benefits program to keep our employees and their family members protected and foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we are committed to employee development and growth, and encourage and foster an environment of collaboration, and innovation. Our work has meaning and the products we design and build help protect people and the environment.
Free Beverages/On-site Cafeterias:Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate each day at work. We also have two large cafeterias employees can eat lunch in, as well as an outside patio area that employees can enjoy during the summer months.
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $78,000 - $105,000 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities may be available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Salary : $78,000 - $105,000