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Senior ECAD Layout Design Engineer (Remote)

Iowa State University Research Park · Collins, IA · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time

What You Will Do

  • Own ECAD design execution for assigned scope, including planning, coordination, and delivery aligned to program schedules and engineering requirements
  • Perform hands-on ECAD design and layout for complex printed circuit card assemblies including multilayer rigid, flex, and high-density interconnect (HDI) designs
  • Support schematic capture and layout implementation while managing electrical and physical constraints (high-speed, high-voltage, high-current)
  • Communicate design status, technical risks, and schedule impacts with engineering stakeholders and program teams
  • Participate in and contribute to cross-functional design reviews with Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Configuration Management
  • Develop and maintain complete ECAD documentation packages (fabrication, assembly, and design documentation)
  • Manage ECAD data within PLM systems and ensure compliance with configuration management requirements
  • Incorporate DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for Test) principles throughout the layout process
  • Troubleshoot complex design issues and resolve electrical, mechanical, and manufacturability challenges in collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior designers and support knowledge sharing across the ECAD team
  • Support adherence to ECAD standards, library usage, and best practices across programs
  • Coordinate ECAD activities for small projects or defined work scopes

Qualifications

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
  • Experience with PCB layout using ECAD tools (Siemens Xpedition preferred; Cadence Allegro, Altium, or similar acceptable)
  • Experience designing multilayer PCB layouts and supporting complex electrical designs
  • Experience managing electrical and physical constraints within PCB design tools
  • Experience with Siemens Xpedition (VX or 2504 versions) for complex PCB layout design
  • Experience with high-layer-count PCBs and high-speed digital interfaces
  • Familiarity with advanced PCB technologies (HDI, microvias, stacked microvias, flex circuits, backplanes)
  • Experience with DDR4 / DDR5 and high-speed design considerations
  • Knowledge of signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) principles
  • Experience with DFM/DFA/DFT implementation in PCB design
  • Familiarity with ECAD–MCAD data exchange processes
  • Experience working within PLM and configuration management systems
  • IPC CID / CID+ or PCEA certification preferred
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
  • Strong communication and ability to work across cross-functional engineering teams

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