Printed Circuit Board Designer

PCB Designer

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,500 

Starting salary is DOE

Why join the General Micro Systems team?

Since its inception in 1979, General Micro Systems has been a leader in the embedded computing market, becoming the oldest supplier of embedded computers in the world. We are proud to be able to outpace the market with innovations and products that continue to leave their mark on the industry. GMS strives to provide customers with the solutions they need - at the lowest possible price without compromising quality or customer service The expertise of our GMS team and our commitment to utilizing modern technologies in product development have resulted in media recognition for our innovations and more ‘Product of the Year’ awards than all our competitors combined.

We pride ourselves on an inclusive work environment where employees respect and support each other, and employee growth and development are supported by management.

What we offer full-time employees:

Well Being:

Paid Time Off provided annually:

1 – 3 weeks of accrued vacation based on length of employment

56 hours of sick leave

Up to 3 Floating Holidays for personal observances

10 Company observed Holidays

Monday – Friday standard work week

Benefits offered:

Anthem HMO and PPO

Medical Plan options

Anthem HMO and PPO

Dental Plans options

Anthem Vision Plan

Company paid employee.

Life Insurance

Supplemental Benefits – optional Life Insurance,

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401K plan

Growth:

To further your development in your position, GMS provides 50% tuition reimbursement* following successful completion of approved courses. (* requirements apply)

GMS seeks to provide our employees with growth and advancement, and we encourage promotion from within

Summary

Designs Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) using established layout and routing techniques by performing the following duties.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·        Create printed circuit board (PCB) design solutions for embedded computer systems, where high component density, high pin count device, and high layer count designs are the norm

·        In conjunction with hardware design engineering and external vendors, generates, and uses design guidelines and design rules for implementation of printed circuit board design structures

·        Performs design rule checks (DRC) on the printed circuit board designs

·        Generates, verifies and validates Gerber data of PCB design

·        Prepare manufacturing package of the printed circuit board designs for use in fabrication and assembly of the PCB as required by established procedures

·        Create, verify and validate symbols representing the physical characteristics of electrical and mechanical components to be assembled PCB

·        Perform validation of printed circuit board solder samples and prototypes

·        Responsible for creation and maintenance of Printed Circuit Board related libraries

·        Perform schematic symbol creation and schematic entry as directed by Engineering Management

·        Make modifications to product lines as directed by Engineering Management

·        Confer with engineering staff to resolve design details or problems

·        Maintain technical relationships with PCB fabrication vendors, and resolves technical issues during PCB fabrication

·        Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        Display a depth of knowledge across multiple technical areas including current knowledge of existing and emerging technologies

·        Must be detail oriented and balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

·        Must possess the ability to successfully plan, prioritize and organize work activities and adhere to strict deadlines follow instructions, procedures, and policies; identify and solve problems

·        Must be conscientious about assignments and complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner

·        Require minimal supervision to successfully complete tasks and assignments

·        Must demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignments/projects

·        Must report to work at scheduled time and maintain satisfactory attendance with limited unscheduled absences

·        Must exhibit a professional appearance and behavior and maintain satisfactory performance consistent with expectations of the position and GMS policies

·        Requires excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with executives, colleagues and individuals, internal or external

·        Must possess strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management

·        Must remain poised, professional and diplomatic under pressure

·        Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point

·        Must possess the ability and desire to encourage and facilitate a positive and productive work environment for all employees

·        Limited travel required

Education and Experience

·        Associates degree plus 3 years of experience in electronic CAD design or ·        6 years of experience in electronic CAD design

·        Proficiency with respect to IPC standards for printed circuit board design, and related design rule check operations 

·        Develops a routing strategy focused on controlling impedance and crosstalk

·        Uses simulation tools to test routing strategy pre-layout

·        Reviews best-in-class materials to ensure the PCB stack up is optimized for signal and power requirements

·        Coordinates with the manufacturer to ensure the end design meets both its functionality and manufacturability requirements.

·        Coordinates closely with the product development engineering team to ensure all requirements are addressed.

·        Signal integrity analysis for signal quality, crosstalk and timing.

·        Power integrity analysis for DC Drop, decoupling and noise.

·        Experience with switching regulator layout and routing, techniques for Giga-Hertz range high speed digital interfaces, and design for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 

·        Primary Proficiency with Cadence® Design Systems suite Allegro® and OrCad®. 

·        Secondary Proficiency (nice to have however; not required) Eagle, Altium, Proteus, KiCad, DesignSpark, Protel, Cadstar, Mentor Graphics, PADS Power PCB tools

Must be a US Citizen, Permanent US Resident, or currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

General Micro Systems, Inc. (GMS) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

Post offer applicants must pass a drug screen and if required, a background investigation and /or must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

General Micro Systems, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GMS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GMS are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. GMS will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. GMS encourages applicants of all ages.