Senior PCB/CAD Layout Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end PCB layout design for all board types, including rigid and flexible circuits
• Optimize CAD processes for maximum efficiency and performance
• Generate and document design for manufacturing and tape out packages
• Resolve complex PCB/PB issues through advanced troubleshooting techniques
• Create and maintain schematic and layout components with meticulous attention to detail
• Develop comprehensive documentation for new component reviews and approval workflows
• Ensure library quality assurance and resolve component-related issues promptly
• Manage external PCB design resources through quote generation, PO creation, and oversight
• Optimize contractor workload distribution and capacity planning
• Drive performance management and issue resolution for external partners
• Apply expertise in high-density, high-speed, mixed-signal, analog, digital, and RF designs
• Define sophisticated component placement and trace routing rules
• Collaborate with signal and power integrity teams to achieve superior PCB performance
• Manage comprehensive PCB documentation and final design packages

Core Competencies

• Technical Excellence: Mastery of PCB layout design tools, methodologies, and advanced problem-solving
• Leadership Impact: Proven ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams toward shared objectives
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Partnership Building: Demonstrated success in developing strong relationships with internal teams and external contractors
• Innovation Mindset: Proactive approach to process improvement and technological advancement
• Project Management: Disciplined project execution with strong resourcefulness and minimal supervision requirements
• Quality Focus: Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality results

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or in a STEM related field
• 3+ years of PCB layout design and CAD engineering experience
• Familiarity with additional industry-standard ECAD tools
• Experience with Cadence Allegro PCB design tools

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of PCB technology
• Collaboration with world-class engineering teams across electrical design, packaging, manufacturing, thermal, and mechanical disciplines
• Drive impactful results on complex projects
• Advance your expertise in cutting-edge design methodologies and industry best practices

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $122,440.00 - 232,190.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job Type: Experienced Hire
Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations: Business Group The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies).