Gorilla Circuits ยท 1 month ago
PCB DFM Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expGorilla Circuits is a company specializing in PCB manufacturing, and they are seeking a PCB DFM Engineer to ensure the manufacturability and reliability of customer PCB designs. The role involves reviewing design packages, collaborating with teams, and providing recommendations to optimize production processes.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Sonali Khatri
Responsibilities
Review customer PCB design packages (Gerber, ODB++, IPC-2581, etc.) for completeness, accuracy, and manufacturability
Perform detailed DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFR (Design for Reliability) checks according to company and IPC standards
Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve design or data discrepancies before production release
Provide design recommendations that optimize manufacturability, yield, and cost
Develop and maintain DFM guidelines, design rules, and best practices based on fabrication capabilities
Work closely with CAM Engineers to translate customer data into production-ready tooling and documentation
Support new product introduction (NPI) for advanced technologies such as HDI, rigid-flex, and high-layer count PCBs
Ensure design compliance with internal capabilities, IPC standards, and customer specifications
Communicate effectively with Sales, Program Management, and Production to ensure clarity on design intent and manufacturability
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering workflows, process automation, and quality control
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in PCB fabrication engineering, DFM analysis, or CAM engineering within a PCB manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of PCB fabrication processes, materials, and IPC design standards (IPC-2221, IPC-6012, etc.)
Proficient in PCB design and analysis tools (e.g., CAM350, Valor NPI, Genesis, UCAM, or similar)
Solid understanding of multilayer stackups, impedance control, copper balancing, drill structures, and controlled-depth processes
Familiarity with HDI, rigid-flex, and advanced material technologies
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work independently and collaborate in cross-functional teams
Customer-focused mindset with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly
Company
Gorilla Circuits
Gorilla Circuits is an electronic manufacturing company providing PCB design, fabrication, assembly, and BOM management services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Bill Lewis
Co-Founder & Vice President
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