Sr PCB Design Engineer

This position is within the Engineering Solutions Group, XP Power San Jose CA. Successful candidate will work with a talented engineering team that is responsible for designing custom power delivery products that includes DC/DC, AC/DC, high power, low power, high voltage, and low voltage switch mode power supplies.

The Engineering Solutions Group features a collaborative environment with creative, smart people and cutting-edge technologies. Engineering excellence is expected and encouraged. Come join us in crafting solutions the world does not know of yet!

• Design and layout of high-performance, high-reliability PCBs for industrial applications
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, firmware, and software engineers to ensure design requirements are met
• Work with industry-leading software (e.g.: Altium Designer) to create detailed layout design
• Ensure design and manufacturing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations
• Create and maintain technical documentation for PCB layout and design using S4 (SAP)
• Troubleshoot and resolve any PCB design and layout issues
• Contribute to PCB/PCBA design reviews by providing DFM/DFA/DFT and similar value-added information
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency, dedication, and focus on the right priorities in each PCB design
• Check the quality of work of other layout resources, including internal and external resources
• Mentor internal layout resources on PCB layout and Altium best practices
• Collaborate with international manufacturing locations during development and product infancy to maximize production yields

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in PCB layout and design
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or other STEM field or equivalent experience
• Experience using industry-leading software such as Altium Designer, Allegro, Eagle PCB, or equivalent
• Ability to create detailed schematics and layout design
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as IPC-6012 Class 2 or 3
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of PCB best practices for design, manufacturing, and test, including PCB assembly to IPC Class 2 or 3 standards
• Complex analog and digital signal routing, impedance-controlled stack-up, multi-layer board design
• Excellent attention to detail and strong task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion