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Microchip Technology Inc. · 4 days ago

Engineer I-PCB Layout

Garden Grove, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $128K/yr

0+ years exp

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading global organization focused on technology that powers the world. They are seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Engineer I-PCB Layout Designer to join their Hardware Engineering team, focusing on the physical design of Printed Circuit Boards for power supply and power electronics circuits.

AutomotiveManufacturingSemiconductorWireless

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Bryant Roe

Responsibilities

Design and Implementation: Translate detailed electrical schematics, primarily for Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) and DC-DC converters, into optimized PCB layouts using industry-standard EDA tools

Component Placement Optimization: Execute strategic component placement to minimize parasitic effects (e.g., stray inductance and capacitance), optimize thermal performance, and meet mechanical constraints

Critical Signal Routing: Implement multi-layer routing strategies for high-current and sensitive control signals, ensuring minimal noise, crosstalk, and maintaining controlled impedance where required

Power and Ground Plane Design: Define robust and effective power/ground plane structures to ensure Power Delivery Network (PDN) integrity, minimize ground bounce, and manage electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

Design for Manufacturability (DFM) & Assembly (DFA): Perform rigorous Design Rule Checks (DRC) and collaborate with PCB fabricators and assembly houses to ensure designs are cost-effective and manufacturable at volume

Technical Documentation: Generate comprehensive fabrication and assembly data packages, including Gerbers, drill files, assembly drawings, and Bills of Material (BOMs), ensuring accurate and complete transfer to manufacturing

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Actively work with Electrical, Mechanical, and Signal/Power Integrity Engineers to resolve technical challenges and incorporate design feedback throughout the layout process

Standard Compliance: Ensure all PCB designs strictly comply with relevant industry specifications, including IPC-2221 (Generic Design Standard), IPC-2222 (Rigid PCB Sectional Design Standard), and IPC-6012 (Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid PCBs), particularly regarding conductor spacing and creepage for power sections

Qualification

PCB DesignPower ElectronicsEDA ToolsIPC StandardsSignal IntegrityAnalytical SkillsDesign Integrity ConceptsTechnical Communication

Required

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited institution

0-3 years of Internship/Coursework Experience: Prior relevant experience through internships, co-op programs, or dedicated academic projects focused on PCB design, power electronics, or high-speed/high-current layout is a significant advantage

Solid theoretical and practical understanding of power supply topologies (e.g., Buck, Boost, Flyback) and the critical impact of layout on performance, efficiency, and noise

Foundational knowledge of key IPC standards: IPC-2221, IPC-2222, and IPC-6012

Proven ability to analyze design constraints (electrical, thermal, mechanical) and perform hand calculations for fundamental parameters like trace current capacity, impedance, and plane resistance

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate design decisions, document progress, and clearly convey technical requirements to cross-functional teams and external partners

Basic understanding of Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) principles as they relate to a PCB layout, particularly in minimizing loop areas for high-frequency current paths in power supplies

Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3)

Preferred

Demonstrated familiarity or direct experience with professional Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, specifically Altium Designer (highly preferred), Cadence Allegro, or Mentor Graphics PADS, for schematic capture and PCB layout

Familiarity with high-current trace width calculation (e.g., using IPC-2152 guidelines) is highly desired