PCB Designer

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a PCB Designer. This role is onsite 5 days a week in Fremont, CA. The position is primarily a PCB Layout Designer role.Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform PCB layout work using Cadence Allegro (80-90% of role)
• Collaborate with other teams for schematic reviews, documentation, and updating BKM (Best Known Methods)
• Occasionally assist with cross-functional design efforts (~10-20% of time)
• Conduct and improve Design Rule Checks (DRC) and other quality control measures to reduce post-release errors

Challenges & Team Focus:

• Primary Challenge: Improving design quality and minimizing rework
• Goal: Ensure thorough QC and DRC before release to avoid client-reported issues
• Department is focused on releasing boards -right the first time-

Skills

• Minimum: 5 years of PCB layout experience
• Open to: Senior-level designers (15-20+ years)
• Candidates nearing retirement are acceptable but must commit to at least 2 years
• Industry background is flexible - semiconductor experience is not required but is preferred; Aerospace, medical, or other high-tech PCB experience is acceptable

Tools & Technical Details:

• CAD Tool: Cadence Allegro (currently version 22.1, previously 17.4)
• Must have strong experience with Allegro; Ok if they have only used previous versions
• No flex cable designs: focus is on traditional PCB types
• Boards range from 2 to 40 layers, including digital, analog, and power circuit
• Common connectors: D-Subs (9-pin, 15-pin), Ethernet (hardened), and industrial-grade coaxials

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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