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Celestica

Staff Engineer, PCB Layout

Austin, TX · On-site

... PCB Layout designers, customers, manufacturing engineering and project leadership to ensure robust ... Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain ...

TP-Link Systems Inc.

PCB Layout Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

As a PCB Layout Engineer for home network products, you will be responsible for complex PCB designs and layouts with thousands of components which contain CPU, DDR, FLASH, PHY, Wi-Fi RF modules, etc.

Banner Engineering

PCB Layout

Plymouth, MN

$48.41 - $68.30/hr

Designing and redesigning PCBs from schematics and design requirements within the Mentor Graphics ... Experience in setting up and modifying constraints in PCB Layout * High speed PCB design experience

TP-Link Systems Inc.

PCB Layout Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

As a PCB Layout Engineer for home network products, you will be responsible for complex PCB designs and layouts with thousands of components which contain CPU, DDR, FLASH, PHY, Wi-Fi RF modules, etc.

Symbotic

Advanced PCB System Designer

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$101 - $138.60/hr

You'll serve as a technical leader in PCB layout excellence, drive consistency across platforms ... Develop, document, and champion the end‑to‑end process for submitting Altium designs to PLM.

Banner Engineering

PCB Layout

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$48.41 - $68.30/hr

Designing and redesigning PCBs from schematics and design requirements within the Mentor Graphics ... Experience in setting up and modifying constraints in PCB Layout * High speed PCB design experience

KTEK RESOURCING

PCB Layout Engineer

Camden, NJ · On-site

Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end PCB layout for complex, high-density designs used in data center server boards Perform high-speed digital layout for interfaces like HBM,DDR4/5, PCIe Gen 5/6, USB ...

Etched

PCB Layout Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$2.0K/mo

As a PCB Layout Engineer at Etched, you will play a crucial role in designing and optimizing printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Cadence Allegro PCB design tools. Your primary focus will be on high ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for pcb layout designer in the United States is $100,705.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pcb layout designer?

A PCB Layout Designer is responsible for designing the physical layout of printed circuit boards (PCBs) based on electrical schematics and design requirements. They use specialized software to place components, route traces, and ensure signal integrity while following design rules and manufacturing constraints. Their role involves collaboration with engineers to optimize performance, minimize interference, and meet industry standards. PCB Layout Designers must also consider thermal management, mechanical constraints, and manufacturability for efficient production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pcb layout designer?

To excel as a PCB Layout Designer, you need a solid understanding of electronic circuit design, component placement, signal integrity, and manufacturing processes, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Expertise in industry-standard EDA tools such as Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, or Cadence Allegro, and familiarity with IPC standards, is commonly required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong problem-solving abilities help set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for producing reliable and manufacturable printed circuit boards that meet project specifications and facilitate smooth collaboration across engineering teams.

What are some typical challenges pcb layout designers face in their daily work?

PCB Layout Designers often navigate challenges such as fitting complex circuits within limited board space, ensuring signal integrity, and complying with stringent industry or client-specific design standards. Managing design revisions, coordinating with electrical engineers and mechanical teams, and ensuring that designs are manufacturable can also present day-to-day hurdles. Clear communication and a thorough understanding of both electrical and mechanical constraints are essential to address these issues efficiently. Successfully overcoming these challenges ensures high-quality, cost-effective PCB designs and maintains smooth project timelines.

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Staff Engineer, PCB Layout

Austin, TX • On-site

Celestica International LP
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

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Job description

Req ID: 137593
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Austin
Summary
The Staff Engineer, Hardware Design CAD works with cross functional teams with other PCB Layout designers, customers, manufacturing engineering and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality product development. Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain, reliability, industrial design and simulations. Provide support throughout the manufacturing process of the electrical/mechanical system that they have designed.
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Detailed Description
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

  • Complex Board Design: Execute the layout, routing and component placement of high-density, multi-layer PCBs (often 12 to 28+ layers) using advanced CAD software (e.g., Cadence Allegro).

  • High-Speed & Constraints: Route high-speed digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuits while strictly adhering to complex design constraints, including impedance control, length matching, and differential pairs.

  • Power Delivery & Constraints: Collaborate with the Power Design Team to implement and optimize the Power Delivery Network (PDN). This involves executing board layouts that satisfy voltage drop (IR) and impedance targets, optimizing decoupling capacitor placements, and managing thermal constraints in high-current AI hardware designs.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside electrical, mechanical, and thermal engineers to optimize board layout for form factor, thermal management, and overall system performance.

  • Design for Manufacturing (DFx): Ensure all design comply with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Testability (DFT) guidelines.

  • Documentation & Release: Generate, review and manage complete manufacturing release packages, including Gerber/ODB++ files, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, pick-and-place data, and Bill of Materials (BOM).

  • Compliance & Standards: Apply deep knowledge of IPC standards and ensure layouts comply with EMI/EMC regulations and safety standards.

  • Mentorship: Lead layout design reviews, establish internal best practices, and provide technical guidance to junior layout designers.

  • Customer & Project Coordination: Actively participates in design reviews and offers technical feedback to develop product requirements. Additionally, participates in project planning and scheduling, providing input on design issues, quality, and materials.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
Refer to technical skills below

  • Strong understanding of signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) principles

  • Familiarity with blind/buried vias, micro-vias, and HDI (High-Density interconnect) technologies

  • Thorough understanding of the PCB fabrication and PCBA assembly processes

  • Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard PCB design tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro 22.x and up is preferred)

  • Strong knowledge of PCB & PCBA manufacturing process

  • Excellent knowledge of industry and quality standards, knowledge of IPC standards is preferred

  • Strong knowledge of IT platforms and database design

  • Familiar with EMC & EMI layout requirements

  • Able to summarize the layout experience from the customer's requirements

  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple overlapping project schedules in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication skills for interacting with customers, vendors, and internal teams

Physical Demands
  • Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
  • Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
  • Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience
  • 10+ years of dedicated experience in PCB layout and design, specifically with complex enterprise, high-performance data storage, networking infrastructure, or server and telecommunications hardware.

Typical Education
Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (or equivalent extensive industry experience).
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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