CAD PCB Layout Engineer (Mixed-Signal, RF, High-Reliability) Introduction We are seeking a PCB Layout Engineer to support the development of mission-critical electronics for aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical applications. This role combines hands-on PCB design, including support across multiple CAD platforms. Responsibilities Design and develop complex, multi-layer PCB layouts (rigid, rigid-flex, HDI) Lead component placement, routing, and stack-up definition for mixed-signal and RF designs Perform high-speed and RF routing, including controlled impedance and differential pairs Apply best practices for:
- Signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI)
- EMI/EMC mitigation and shielding
- Thermal and grounding strategies Generate fabrication and assembly documentation (Gerber/ODB++, drawings) Conduct
DFM/DFA/DFT
reviews with manufacturers Collaborate with EE, ME, and manufacturing teams Leadership & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and design reviews Support CAD environments and workflows across multiple tools Help define and maintain PCB libraries, standards, and best practices Required Qualifications Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience 2-5+ years of PCB layout experience in high-reliability industries Strong proficiency in Altium Designer Working knowledge of at least one additional PCB CAD tool, such as:
- Cadence Allegro / OrCAD
- Siemens Xpedition (Mentor Graphics) Proven experience with:
- Mixed-signal and RF PCB design
- High-speed interfaces (DDR, PCIe, SERDES, etc.)
- Multi-layer stack-ups (8+ layers) Strong understanding of:
- Controlled impedance routing
- SI/PI fundamentals
- EMI/EMC design practices Preferred Skills Experience mentoring or supporting:
- Cadence Allegro or
- Siemens Xpedition (Mentor Graphics) RF design in GHz frequency ranges Rigid-flex and HDI technologies