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Staff PCB Layout Design Engineer

Yesterday Mountain View, CA

Description

DUTIES : Create and design the physical layout of integrated circuits (ICs) or printed circuit boards (PCBs). Place and route components, traces, and other elements to ensure proper functionality and performance. Create and verify the layout design by conducting design rule checks (DRC) and design for manufacturability (DFM) checks. Ensure that the design meets the required specifications, constraints, and manufacturing capabilities. Create and collaborate closely with other design teams, such as circuit designers, system engineers, and packaging engineers, to understand design requirements and constraints. Work to optimize the layout design for performance, power, area, and manufacturability. Select the appropriate technology and process for the layout design based on the project requirements, such as the target application, performance goals, and manufacturing capabilities. Optimize the layout design for various factors, including signal integrity, power distribution, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Ensure that the layout design meets the required performance and reliability criteria. Support ECAD librarians by ensuring development of ECAD library parts meet PCBA Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and GM resiliency requirements. Ensure proper management of PCBA prototype, EVT, and DVT assembly and test at manufacturing contractor. Collaborate with component engineers, procurement, and supply chain teams to select appropriate components for PCBA design. Apply Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to ensure PCBA design is optimized for efficient assembly processes. Work closely with manufacturing and processing engineering teams to optimize PCBA manufacturing processes. Collaborate with test engineers to ensure that PCBA design is testable (Design for Test) and supports efficient testing processes. Create and maintain documentation related to PCBA design guidelines, manufacturing processes, and specifications. Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and quality enhancement in PCBA manufacturing. Mentor and foster collaboration with other engineers. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-Office, 2 Days Remote - Must be able to report to local office.

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Computer Engineering, or related field of study. Employer will accept a 3 or 4 year degree. Ten (10) years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, Solution Architect, or related occupation Requires ten (10) years of experience with the following: Creating digital and analog HW PCB layout including HDI and high-power

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boards; Simulation support and supportive documentation including integrating IPC standards; Layout design; High speed Communication Buses; Leading design and supplier teams; and Planning PCB design roadmaps. Requires eight (8) years of experience with the following: Design tools including Mentor Graphics.

Compensation:

• The expected base compensation for this role is $217,630 to $245,000 Annually.

• Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

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Client-provided location(s): Mountain View, CA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202613997
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-06-25T00:52:01

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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