Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and Circuit Engineer

POSITION TITLE: Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and Circuit Engineer

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Lead RF Engineer

LOCATION: Onsite. The company HQ is Boulder, Colorado. 

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Weather Stream was founded to tackle some of the biggest problems on the planet with extreme innovation in remote sensing and data science technology. We are on a mission to be a force for good and guide humanity into a future where our society, government, and businesses are far more in tune with the environment around us. We enable new ways of managing risks and planning for extreme weather events and climate change. We do this in a commercially sustainable way where we focus on having the maximum possible impact on the citizens of earth through our business model and advancing technology. 

WHY WEATHER STREAM IS A GREAT TEAM TO JOIN!

We invest in our people to help them become the best they can be. We prioritize healthy company culture and an open and transparent dialogue. We work together to resolve our differences and grow collectively and as individuals. We provide leadership to a world in constant crisis by focusing on the things we can affect and engaging with societies all over the world to understand their challenges and help develop solutions where we are able to do so. 

Won’t you join us? We can’t wait to share in this adventure of a lifetime with you!

JOB SUMMARY

The Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and Circuit Engineer is responsible for ensuring that Weather Stream’s supply chain is consistently able to provide high-quality, reliable components for various client applications. The successful candidate will have experience in design and implementation of printed circuit boards, with hands-on knowledge of schematic capture, library elements, and layout. This person will use Altium for PCB design.

This role will stretch your creativity and challenge your abilities. No matter how extraordinary your skills are, you will still be faced with tasks that are above your current ability. We will ask you to embrace this and grow with us.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Perform PCB schematic capture working with other team members.
2. Perform PCB layout in Altium Designer, working closely with other team members.
3. Generate and revise fabrication outputs and release packages for PCBs and assemblies.
4. Manage and maintain electronic component libraries in Altium 365.
5. Generate and review schematic symbols and footprints.
6. Support discussion on new suppliers, track PCB receipts and dispositions, and propose or support additional testing required to vet suspect PCB production lots.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

1. Strong Altium Designer experience, preferably with 365.
2. Experience with RF design on performance substrates
3. Designing low noise clean analog power supplies for test instrumentation
4. Working understanding of the technical principles of PCB layout, including routing high-speed digital signals.
5. Experience with high-reliability, aerospace, and/or IPC Class 3 designs.
6. Experience with advanced PCB manufacturing techniques such as blind vias and microvias.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a PCB Designer.
2. Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes, common defects and problems, and how those non-conformances impact overall reliability of the product.

WHO YOU ARE

1. You are a highly motivated, responsible, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and not afraid of facing complex technical challenges
2. You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
3. You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
4. You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
5. You are an organized and motivated team player, with the ability to manage multiple projects while paying close attention to detail.
6. You thrive in a highly collaborative, fast paced, start-up environment.
7. You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain protocol and processes to an audience with varied technological knowledge and experience.
8. You are invested in honing your interpersonal skills and investing in professional relationships.
   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Ability to sit for an extended period of time, up to 8 hours per day.
2. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. This job operates in a professional office environment and laboratory setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones, as well as lab equipment.
2. Normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.
3. This is a full-time position, in-office. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position may require long hours and weekend work.
4. Ability to work hybrid/remote, as approved.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive full-time salary of $75,000 - $92,000, with total compensation including stock options and benefits, plus potential to earn an annual bonus and merit increase. Weather Stream is conveniently located in central Boulder, Colorado. In addition to a great location, we offer a fantastic benefits package including:

• Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• Unlimited vacation for exempt employees
• Paid vacation for non-exempt employees
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time
• and more!

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION

Weather Stream has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, because of that, we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization.

We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Weather Stream is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please visit www.eeco.gov

If you require assistance to complete this application, please contact the Chief People Officer, Sarah Silvas, at Sarah@WeatherStream.com.