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Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > CAD ComponentGeneral Summary:Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G & 6G, ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5G's potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age — and this is where you come in.The Central Hardware Systems (CHS) PCB CAD team designs cutting-edge printed circuit boards across Qualcomm's most strategic platforms — spanning Mobile, Automotive, Infrastructure, IoT, Compute, and R&D. As a Senior PCB Designer, you will be a key contributor shaping next-generation hardware from concept through fabrication, working alongside world-class electrical and mechanical engineering teams.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and document high-density printed circuit board (PCB) layouts that conform to manufacturing and industry standards and Qualcomm design guidelines, using supplied schematics and electrical/mechanical design constraintsDevelop PCB layouts for a wide variety of 5G designs across multiple business units, including R&D, Mobile, Compute, IoT, Infrastructure, Automotive, and Test EquipmentSupport form factor accurate (FFA) test platform circuit boards requiring mastery of digital processors, RF, radio circuits, and power control devicesWork with micro-vias (stacked), sequential lamination stack-ups, and design rules using 0.5mm pitch and smaller packagesCollaborate with US and India-based teams to deliver PCB design solutions for high-performance electronic assembliesDevelop and present PCB design trade-offs and solutions to the engineering design team for resolution and implementationDetermine trade-offs necessary to meet design requirements while producing high-quality, cost-effective PCBs that meet schedule objectivesMaintain technical coordination with Engineering and Manufacturing; resolve PCB design issues with fabrication and assembly vendorsPrepare and deliver design reviews to project teamsContribute to process improvement initiatives, PCB and DFM checklists, and design guidelinesCollaborate with internal PCB designers to optimize product development processes and schedule executionProvide direction, prioritization, and clear project task communication to team members and stakeholdersManage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentMinimum Qualifications3+ years of active experience in PCB design for high-density electronics packaging3+ years of experience in a PCB design role designing consumer-grade mobile products or low-volume test products utilizing latest-generation processor chips and ICsProficiency in Siemens/Mentor Xpedition, PADS, Altium or Cadence Allegro PCB design softwareAssociate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related technical fieldPreferred QualificationsTechnical Skills & Design Experience:Experience with RF, Analog, and high-speed digital circuit design, including: DDR2/3/4/5, HDMI, PCIe, SATA, MIPI, USB 2.0/3.x, and GigEExpert understanding and demonstrated application of PCB design principles, practices, and industry standardsProven ability to perform complex PCB design tasks requiring in-depth knowledge of fabrication and assembly process capabilities and limitationsExperience with EMI mitigation techniques and practicesExperience with IDF/EMN file exchange between mechanical and hardware teamsFamiliarity with PWB technology and process trends and their application to advanced designsDesign for Manufacture (DFM) analysis experience utilizing Valor and/or CAM350 toolsSoft Skills & Collaboration:Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to deliver clear status reports and presentationsEffective collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and external suppliers via email, web meetings, and instant messagingAbility to understand project goals and align individual contributions accordinglyLeadership skills to direct, prioritize, and communicate project milestones to team membersEducation RequirementsRequired: Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related technical fieldPreferred: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering technology, or a related technical fieldAdditionalInformationThis is an onsite position based in San Diego, CAApplicants : Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :$47.89 - $71.83The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers . #J-18808-Ljbffr