PCB Design/Layout Engineer

Location:            Germantown, MD

Length:               6 months

Local candidates MUST interview onsite – no exceptions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop PCB layouts from released schematics, netlists, and engineering requirements with minimal oversight.
• Perform component placement and routing for complex multilayer boards, including high-density and controlled impedance designs.
• Execute high-speed digital, power, RF, and mixed-signal layouts in accordance with industry’s best practices.
• Apply sound design techniques for signal integrity, power integrity, EMI mitigation, grounding, and thermal considerations.
• Generate complete fabrication and assembly documentation packages.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams to resolve layout challenges.
• Interface with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors as needed to address technical questions.
• Support DFM/DFT reviews and incorporate feedback efficiently.
• Meet established design milestones within compressed development schedules.

Basic Requirements

• 7 years of PCB layout experience (senior-level candidates preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Cadence Allegro PCB Designer/Editor.
• Proven ability to independently complete complex board layouts.
• Strong understanding of IPC standards and PCB fabrication/assembly processes.
• Experience with multilayer stackups, controlled impedance routing, and high-density layouts.
• Demonstrated experience working within structured release and configuration management systems.
• Ability to quickly adapt to existing libraries, processes, and design standards.