Staff PCB Designer

About the role

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). In this role, the PCB Staff Design Engineer will design moderate to complex printed circuit board (PCB) layouts in the domain of Digital, Analog, Power & RF interconnect applications. This includes responsibility for circuit board layout conceptualization using Siemens Xpedition, PAD’s or Cadence Allegro tool sets, detail design activities, and value-engineering in support of internal TTM programs.

Areas of emphasis include physical design (CAD implementation) and documentation utilizing best practices of electrical IPC standards/methodologies, with an experienced approach to manufacturing and sustaining maintenance of legacy design projects. Must have a background that would permit the U.S. Department of Defense to issue a Secret clearance when necessary for work on a project that requires such a clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design PCB concept sketches to assist in layout estimating and provide design suggestions/trade-offs regarding initial engineering inputs.
• Support changes to existing schematic diagrams using TTM suite of tools: OrCAD and/or DxDesigner.
• Place and route components ensuring all electrical and physical specifications meet detailed design requirements for each PCB design (Siemens Xpedition/PAD’s and/or Cadence Allegro required).
• Participate in design reviews and interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineers to design prototype and production printed circuit boards in accordance with TTM standards and quality procedures.
• Collaborate on assigned projects with Signal Integrity (SI) or various engineering disciplines, fellow designers, and Program Leadership.
• Provide layout feedback to design engineers to ensure functionality and manufacturability of PCB designs.
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings (AutoCAD 2023), parts lists, and incorporate changes to existing design documentation.
• Create and maintain component libraries.
• Generate all output files (ODB++, Bill of Materials & PCB/CCA documentation) required for the manufacture of the board and assembly.
• Maintain change (PCN) responsibilities on re-design and documentation updates.
• Apply industry and TTM-specific electrical standards and methodologies, including product safety and EMI considerations during eCAD layout (UL, CSA, NEBS, etc.).
• Standardize electrical components and eCAD libraries utilizing IPC or vendor-specific standards.
• Implement high-speed PCB design constraints: differential pairs, routing topologies, controlled impedance, length-matched traces, and delay tuning.
• Demonstrate experience with RF PCB routing complexities, including layout rules for RF transmission lines (micro-strip & coplanar waveguide), signal line isolation practices, via fencing, and unique RF routing structures.
• Apply audio (analog & digital separation) PCB best practice layout guidelines.
• Direct design experience related to multi-layer CCA and Flex PCB technologies.
• Apply current knowledge of μ-via/HDI layout methodologies and best practices.
• Understand stack-up materials/construction along with impedance modeling requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with hands-on proficiency in Siemens PAD’s (VX2.8 or later), Siemens Xpedition (VX2.14 or later), and/or Cadence Allegro/OrCAD (17.4 or later).
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering design practices related to printed circuit board electrical drafting and fabrication drawing creation.
• Familiarity with electrical design utilizing IPC standards, IAW IPC-2221/3 and associated specifications.
• Knowledge of IPC Class III approach to design and manufacturing concerns.
• Education: Minimum Associate’s in Electrical Design/Drafting or BS in Electronic Technology. Related eCAD training certification or career experience (10+ years) may substitute for a degree.
• Related PCB design experience for the Aerospace and Defense sectors is preferred.
• CID/CID++ Certification for PCB Designers is highly recognized.
• Solid oral communication and interfacing skills with technical and manufacturing personnel to resolve engineering tasks.
• Ability to propose alternatives when faced with challenging PCB design situations, including resolutions to non-standard problems.
• Understanding of vendor component data sheets for creation of schematic libraries and/or PCB footprints.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Accident benefits, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays (PTO and holiday benefits for some positions).

Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $97,565 - $171,580 per year.

Additional compensation may include an annual or quarterly company bonus based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shifts may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.