PCB Design Layout Engineer

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$168,000–$258,750 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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This role $213k
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About Nvidia

Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · PCB Design Layout Engineer

As a Senior PCB Design Layout Engineer on the Hardware Layout team, you will collaborate with product design engineers to perform layout for high-speed, high-density, and value-conscious PCBs across various business units including Data Center, GPU Desktop, Notebook, Automotive, Professional, Deep Learning, and AI. Your daily responsibilities involve the complete development of CAD layouts, encompassing detailed component placement, constraints management, and considerations for topology, signal integrity, and power integrity. You will also manage design releases by generating artwork files, ODB++, test reports, and electronic documentation while ensuring compliance with SI constraints, EMI/RFI control, and IPC specifications. To succeed, you must possess expertise in Cadence Allegro or Mentor Graphics tools and a deep understanding of high-speed digital design principles to solve complex technical issues within the hardware manufacturing domain.

What you'll do

  • Perform PCB layout for high-speed and high-density boards across multiple business units.
  • Execute full CAD development including component placement and constraints management.
  • Design layouts based on signal integrity (SI) and power integrity requirements.
  • Manage EMI/RFI controls to ensure compliance with FCC, UL, and European regulations.
  • Generate artwork files, ODB++, test reports, and electronic PCB documentation for design releases.
  • Ensure all designs adhere to IPC specifications and manufacturing standards.
  • Troubleshoot complex hardware design issues in a fast-paced environment.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
  • Candidates must have at least 6 years of relevant practical experience.
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and projects is required.
  • Proficiency in PCB design tools such as Cadence Allegro or Mentor Graphics is desired.
  • Experience with high-speed digital design principles and signal integrity considerations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of industry standards including IPC specifications, EMI/RFI control, and FCC, UL, and European regulations is preferred.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Ability to perform PCB layout for high-speed, high-density boards while managing constraints like signal and power integrity.

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