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Microchip Technology Engineer II - Layout (PCB Design) in Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania
Reference #: R1865-24 Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
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Job Description:
Microchip is a leading innovator in the field of electronics design and manufacturing. We specialize in creating cutting-edge products for a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. Our commitment to excellence has positioned us as a key player in the market, and we are now looking to expand our talented team.
The Microchip Frequency and Timing Systems business unit is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. Our work produces, distributes, and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and measurement industries.
Our VOP group located in Mount Holly Springs, PA is a market leader specializing in Quartz Precision Oscillators and Frequency Control Solutions. We are seeking a skilled PCB Layout Designer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PCB design and layout, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating efficient, high-quality electronic circuits.
This is an onsite position that will report to the Mount Holly Springs facility. With the potential of working a hybrid schedule, 3 days in office.
Responsibilities: - Design and layout high-density multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs) using industry-standard CAD tools. - Collaborate with engineers to ensure design specifications are met. - Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. - Perform PCB design reviews and implement feedback to improve design quality. - Generate and maintain documentation for PCB design files, BOMs, and assembly instructions. - Generate and maintain design output documentation (i.e. gerber files, cad files, etc.) for PCB design files, BOMs, and assembly instructions. - Work with fabricators to resolve any PCB manufacturing issues. - Stay up to date with the latest PCB technologies and industry best practices.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in PCB layout design.
- Proficiency in Xpedition CAD software.
- Strong understanding of PCB manufacturing processes, materials, and their electrical, thermal and environmental properties along with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) guidelines.
- Experience with multi-layer high-speed digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuit layout design.
- Experience with noi e immunity using multi-layer ground planes.
- Experience with signal isolation techniques.
- Familiarity with IPC standards and guidelines.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Preferred Skills: - Experience with 3D CAD modeling for PCB integration into mechanical enclosures. - Knowledge of EMC/EMI best practices for PCB layout. - Proficiency in CAD software such as Altium Designer, or Cadence. - Experience with Ansys simulation software such as HFSS, Thermal, and Structural for PCB design. - Experience with flexible and rigid-flex PCB designs. - Strong understanding of PCB manufacturing processes, materials, and their electrical, thermal, and environmental properties along with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) guidelines.
U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).
Travel Time: 0% - 25%
Physical Attributes: Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements: 80% Sitting, 10% Standing, 10% Walking
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Microchip is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of Disabled/Veterans/Minorities/Women. We provide equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.