Printed Circuit Board Designer

Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Designer Onsite | Northridge, CA We’re seeking a detail-oriented PCB Designer with strong experience in schematic capture and high-density multilayer PCB layout. This role will support advanced electronics, including low-power wearable devices, high-speed electronics, multi-MCU systems, and Class III medical products.

Responsibilities

• Design high-density multilayer, flex, and rigid-flex PCBs
• Perform RF and high-speed signal routing, impedance control, length matching, and crosstalk mitigation
• Create component footprints and models and manage component libraries
• Place components and route signals using Altium Designer or similar PCB design tools
• Determine optimal PCB layer stackups
• Generate Gerber and ODB++ manufacturing files
• Perform 3D clearance checks using CAD models against mechanical enclosures
• Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) activities and resolve technical questions with PCB manufacturing partners
• Optimize PCB designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings and maintain design documentation
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, mechanical, and external supplier teams

Required Skills & Experience

• In-depth experience with Altium Designer, including schematic capture and PCB layout
• Experience with Altium 365 (A365)
• Experience with OrCAD or similar PCB design tools
• Strong understanding of IPC standards for PCB design
• Experience with high-speed electronics and signal integrity
• Knowledge of flex and rigid-flex circuit assemblies
• Experience with PCB manufacturing and DFM
• Working knowledge of ASME/ANSI documentation standards
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a cross-functional engineering environment

Key Skill In-depth knowledge of Altium Designer