PCB Designer – Senior/Principal

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc.•San Diego, CA

8d•$86,000 - $166,000

About The Position

MACOM’s MMIC Business Unit designs MMICs and Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMAs) for aerospace and defense, space, and commercial applications. The company is seeking an experienced PCB designer, ideally with exposure to RF, millimeter-wave, and other analog circuits. The role covers schematic entry, PCB layout and release, 2D and 3D modeling, manufacturing documentation, design reviews, and coordination with project management. The designer will also provide minor customer support and advocate for PCB design as a company function and technology area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 9 years of work experience, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience.
Prior experience with CAD platforms such as Altium, PADS, Xpedition, Eagle, KiCAD, LibreCAD, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks.
Knowledge of drafting standards and best practices.
Detail-oriented and quality-focused approach.
Basic understanding of digital and analog electronic circuits.
Ability to make basic electrical measurements using a multimeter, including voltage, current, resistance, and continuity.
Good communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build long-lasting partnerships.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Permanent Resident due to ITAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to RF, millimeter-wave, and other analog circuits.
Hands-on troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

Enter schematics, design layouts, and release printed circuit boards supporting RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave products.
Create 2D and 3D PCB models using Altium and AutoCAD.
Create professional schematics linked and synchronized with bills of materials and physical layouts, with minimal engineer communication.
Communicate design and layout challenges based on experience and knowledge.
Generate manufacturing drawings and documentation.
Update design rules as required.
Lead peer reviews of design and layout concepts and strategies.
Coordinate with Project Management to maintain current project plans and schedules.
Stay up to date with circuit board technologies and industry capabilities.
Provide minor customer support as required.
Advocate for PCB design as a company function and technology area.
Generate and modify existing 2D and 3D drawings and assemblies.