PCB Layout Engineer

About the Role

Anduril is seeking an experienced PCB Layout Designer based in Costa Mesa, CA. This individual will contribute to developing the next generation of hardware for our various product lines. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of ownership of PCB lifecycles and will sustain the necessary changes to the layout designs. Extensive Altium experience will be key, in addition to having excellent communication and documentation skills. They will work on multiple projects simultaneously and will need to ensure commitment dates are met without affecting quality.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with engineers to produce printed circuit board designs supporting all Anduril’s products
• Apply modern design standards and guidelines to create high-reliability, highly manufacturable assemblies
• Implement combinations of high-speed digital, precision analog, RF, and high-power designs
• Work with the team to refine internal guidelines for design for manufacturing (DFM) and quality fabrication and assembly outputs
• Contribute to team processes for PCB design, part creation, and library/database standards
• Aid with part library creation and management
• Review and critique layouts before final delivery
• Work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple concurrent projects and customers

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in PCB Layout or Design
• Full understanding of PCB Layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing requirements
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices appropriate for each design
• Ability to determine work priorities based on broad direction from management
• Expertise in applying relevant IPC standards, CID, CID+ certification
• Experience using Altium Designer CAD tools
• Experience with developing component libraries and library management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to work within our company and team culture
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar (preferred)
• Expert level with Altium Designer CAD tools (preferred)

Pay

US Salary Range: $132,000—$198,000 USD

Benefits

Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
• Support in health, recovery, and whatever comes next