Senior PCB Layout Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • $105,500 - $213,500 • Onsite

About The Position

A Senior PCB Layout Engineer is a technical expert responsible for designing complex, high-speed printed circuit boards using the Cadence Design Systems Allegro PCB Designer platform. This role focuses on advanced constraint-driven layout, signal integrity awareness, manufacturing readiness, and automation (often with SKILL), while leading critical hardware projects. The engineer works closely with hardware, SI/PI, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to ensure first-pass success and production readiness.

Requirements

• 8–15+ years of PCB layout experience
• Expert proficiency in Cadence Allegro
• Strong knowledge of: High-speed design techniques, Impedance control and stackup planning, HDI technologies, EMI/EMC fundamentals
• Solid understanding of PCB fabrication and assembly processes

Nice To Haves

• Networking, server, or telecom hardware experience
• Familiarity with: 25G/56G/112G SerDes, Backplane design, Thermal/mechanical co-design
• Experience with SI/PI analysis tools

Responsibilities

• Design complex boards (12–40+ layers) using Cadence Allegro PCB Designer
• Perform optimized component placement for: High-speed digital, Power distribution, Thermal performance, EMI control
• Route critical interfaces: DDR4/DDR5, PCIe Gen4/Gen5+, USB 3.x / Type-C, Ethernet (10G–112G SerDes)
• Implement: Differential pair routing and tuning, Length and phase matching, Controlled impedance structures
• Define and manage rules using Constraint Manager
• Develop stackups with controlled impedance and fabrication feasibility
• Work with PCB vendors to validate materials, via structures, and HDI capability
• Apply SI/PI best practices: Return path continuity, Crosstalk reduction, Proper decoupling strategy
• Collaborate with SI/PI teams
• Implement simulation-driven layout changes
• Utilize HDI and Advanced Technologies: Blind/buried vias and microvias, BGA escape for high pin-count devices, Backdrilling for high-speed signals, High-current and low-noise power routing
• Generate fabrication and assembly outputs: ODB++, IPC-2581, Gerber, Drill files, drawings, stackup documentation
• Perform DFM/DFA reviews with vendors
• Support prototype builds and resolve manufacturing issues
• Mentor junior and mid-level PCB designers
• Lead layout planning and design reviews
• Estimate schedules and manage multiple projects

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
• Personal & Professional Development programs catered to helping you reach any career goals
• Unconditional Inclusion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed