PCB Layout Design Engineer

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Malibu, CA
Hybrid
73K-120K Annually
Senior level
Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Semiconductor
Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.
The Role
The PCB Layout Design Engineer will develop CAD layouts, manage component placements, and generate documentation for PCB designs. Responsibilities include collaborating with vendors on stack-up designs and ensuring compliance with design standards, particularly in high-speed routing techniques.
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Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art. 



General Description:

The Mixed Signal Solutions department at HRL Laboratories is an integrated team of scientists and engineers designing leading-edge mixed signal systems with novel architectures and algorithms, customized integrated circuits, and aggressive packaging and integration techniques. As a member of the team, you will work alongside the hardware team incorporating mixed signal and RF designs into PCBs.


Essential Duties:

Complete development of CAD layout including symbol creation, floor planning, component placement, constraints management and routing.

Responsible for the design releases requiring the generation of artwork files, ODB+, fabrication and assembly drawings, and electronic PCB documentation.

Work with PCB vendors to confirm stack up design and review impedance calculations.


Required Skills:

5+ years of relevant experience in PCB layout/routing design, stack-up and impedance calculations, high speed routing techniques.

Proficient with Cadence Allegro for board layout and Cadence ORCAD for schematic designs.

Thorough understanding of the relationship between physical layout and electrical performance, RF performance, and emissions.

Background in multilayer PCB manufacturing processes including HDI, standard thru-hole and blind/buried vias and back-drilling.

Familiarity with rigid, rigid-flex and flex design and manufacturing.

Knowledge of signal integrity and transmission line concepts (phase matching, crosstalk, insertion/return loss, termination, BGA breakout, fab material selection, etc.).

Ability to work with cross functional teams.

Proficiency in use of computers, engineering work stations, oral and written communication and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Ability to work well in a team and independently.


Required Education:

BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related scientific discipline.


Physical Requirements:

Must be sufficiently mobile to work within confined spaces and have both visual and hearing acuity.


Special Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Active SSBI is a plus.


Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is 120,715-150,895 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.


HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment (https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits).


HRL Laboratories is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


For our privacy policy please visit : www.hrl.com/privacy


This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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The Company
HQ: Malibu, CA
1,050 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

HRL Laboratories, LLC, Malibu, California, (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.

Why Work With Us

Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.

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HRL Laboratories Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Hybrid Policy is role specific.

Typical time on-site: Flexible
HQMalibu, CA
Calabasas, CA
Camarillo, CA
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