Job Description

Job Title: PCB eCAD Engineer

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Duration: Long Term

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled PCB eCAD Engineer with strong experience in PCB design and layout using Siemens Xpedition and DxDesigner tools. The ideal candidate will take full ownership of PCB eCAD design activities, interact with customers and cross-functional teams, and ensure delivery of high-quality design outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform PCB placement, constraint settings, layer stack-up planning, and power plane implementation.
• Execute electrical net routing, including length matching and high-speed routing practices.
• Prepare and release complete documentation, including Gerber files.
• Collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams throughout the design cycle.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for manufacturability and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BS/BA or AS/AA degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience: 8–10 years of hands-on experience in PCB eCAD design.
• Strong experience with Siemens Xpedition Layout and DxDesigner VX (MANDATORY).
• Proficient with PCB eCAD library management using EDM flow.
• Solid experience with Constraints Editor System, Fablink (panelization), Variant Manager, and Drawing Editor.
• Deep understanding of schematic to Gerber workflows.
• Experience designing digital, analog, and mixed-signal PCBs .
• Knowledge of high-speed interface design constraints and practices (e.g., SATA, DDR4/DDR5, USB, Ethernet, PCIe, PMIC).
• Familiarity with RF board design is a plus.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work collaboratively in teams.

Technical Skills

• PCB placement and routing
• Stack-up and power plane design
• High-speed routing and constraint management
• Length matching, creepage and clearance adherence
• Documentation generation and release (Gerber)

Preferred Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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